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Prisoners & the joy of release

12th Apr 2014, hej.

The Bible uses powerful word pictures, and the one of the prisoner waiting for release is of great importance for our lives. At the time of Passover it is worthwhile considering the prisoner with the idea of the joy of freedom.

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Ultimate JFK Conspiracy Theory: 50 years on

20th Nov 2013, hej.

The following is utterly speculative, and investigates based on known facts how and why God might have brought about the removal of JFK in the light of what has been said in the Bible about who rules in the nations.

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Isaac's Beacons Hostel, Gush Etzion

4th Jul 2013, hej.

It was written that,

For I will lay the land most desolate.. and the mountains of Israel shall be desolate, that none shall pass through. (Ezekiel 33:28)
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Pilgrim Strangers & the State

11th Jan 2013, hej.

How do true Christians relate to the state? We follow the scriptures and see where our place might be.

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How do we know the Bible is true?

16th Dec 2012, hej.

There are some that may argue learnedly about whether things, including themselves, exist or not. If they are pinched, however they hurt just like you and I. Pragmatically we coud not do anything much at all, unless we accept enough evidence can lead to proof.

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Sandy Storm USA: Awe Inspiring

2nd Nov 2012, hej.

A storm that does things never before seen by this generation: a late summer hurricane meeting an early winter storm,bringing lightning, winds, floods and snow. A storm that seems to target the most populated parts of the USA, New Jersey, New York City and the coasts, including Long Island. It targets these areas just as USA goes to significant elections, when how Israel is treated is a factor.

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Why Lightning is a challenge

28th Oct 2012, hej.

This article is going to perhaps test you a little. Is it 'superstitious' to believe the God of the Bible can cause lightning, and might more often than not do so, or is it ignorance to believe science has the answers?

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Let your light shine

14th Mar 2012, hej.

The Lord Y'shua (Jesus) askes us to be, 'the light of the world. A city on an hill that cannot be hid.' He says Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. (Matthew 5:14-16)

We know that confession of our belief publically is an aspect of salvation. The Apostle Paul puts it clearly,

For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. (Romans 10:10)
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Knowledge

20th Aug 2010, mgh.

The vital difference between a poor nation and prosperous one is the education and applied objective knowledge of all its citizens. A nation who teaches lies will fail, as contradiction beeds confusion and confusion prevents learning. Likewise in the Commowealth of the faithful sons and daughters of Abraham (Eph 2:12) spiritual prosperity can only come with right knowledge of truth. ... More

Fearing Man or God?

19th Jun 2010, hej.

Let us ponder the power of God over our lives. 'Shall there be evil in a city and the LORD has not done it?' The fate of the sons of Israel shows that surely nothing has been done, of blessing, dispersal and regathering which had not been revealed to the servants the prophets (Amos 3:6-7). Who do we therefore fear? ... More

Ruth

26th Feb 2010, mgh.

Despised & Rejected

21st Feb 2010, gah.

Despised & Rejected

This talk was given in Myanmar (Burma). I gave this talk to the older orphanage children after becoming aware of how the orphanage children felt they were treated by others in the local community. ... More

Prophecy strengthens Faith

12th Feb 2010, mgh.

How can we strengthen our belief and faith in the Bible? Many people question the authenticity of the Bible and the existence of the Creator, but is there a way to banish doubts? ... More

Impossibility & God

31st Jan 2010, gah.

It is 5am and the sun starts to lighten the eastern sky. I’ve been awake since 3am but can’t sleep…it’s just another one of those periods in my life when it is hard to believe that with God all things are possible (Mark 10:27). ... More

David and Daniel: beloved of God

28th Nov 2009, mgh.

Exemplar Lives

Much is said about God's love for us. It turns out this may be over estimated. Indeed there is a general love in the provision of salavation, but a specific love is dependent on us! How do we compare to the people that God has said he loves? What can we learn about God's love from exemplar lives? ... More

Water of Life: the Blind man sees

11th Nov 2009, mgh.

The Bible is full of wonderful images of water. The Hebrew word for waters is 'mayim' and for sea is 'yam'. The Hebrew word for sky, or heavens is 'shamayim'. So the heavens are 'that out of the waters'. The Creator is taking people from the sea of nations to form a new heavens. But more than that, the water on earth on a calm day refects the heavens! When we are calm we may reflect the glory of God. This article is about water and clay and the blind seeing. ... More

Psalm 39: The Strength of Weakness

15th Sep 2009, hej.

Yom Kippur is the time of the year set aside by Yahweh for the confession of sins. At this time we can think of the king who during his reign made some grave mistakes. As a result he experiences suffering. This king is David. All these experiences meant that, in addition to being a talented musician, he became a compassionate king who could weep for his people and who could write songs for those who suffered. ... More

Lion & the False Prophet

28th Aug 2009, hej.

How do we know a lying Prophet? Will we be able to make an excuse before Jesus at the Judgement by claiming we were deceived? Are we not asked to recognise false prophets? In any case we have been given an exemplar judgement of the God of Israel regarding our responsibility to recognise a false prophet, in the history of the man of God, the false prophet and the lion. The incident is recorded in 1 Kings 13. ... More

Clouds, Climate Change & Conviction

16th Aug 2009, hej.

What does the science of clouds, human ideas of climate change, and what the Bible observes regarding climate have to say to us regarding our faith? ... More

Faith to Move Mountains

2nd Aug 2009, hej.

Prayer is only effective if is is to a Being who has power over our lives. Yet how many brush aside what the Bible says about God's power on earth? How many people do not consider that earthquakes are an 'act of God'? Do we have the faith to move mountains? ... More

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