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Don’t Give Up on Me by Mercy Me (with Lyrics)
06 April on News & Current EventsOne of my favorite songs, by Mercy Me. It’s good to be reminded that God doesn’t give up on us and will always be there for us. (Includes lyrics) Enjoy!...
Atheist History: The Cult of Reason & the Reign of Terror
16 April on Atheism & Agnosticism, History & ArchaeologyMilitant atheists Hebert and Chaumette initiated the dechristianization of France by murdering and deporting tens of thousands. Today atheist want to ban religion so that peace and tranquility reign....
Predestination & Free Will is Debatable – But Election is Clear
16 July on Doctrine of Election, Free Will vs PredestinationThere are many points to make when talking about predestination. When one thinks of predestination, what comes to mind is that God is so sovereign and that He randomly picks...
17 Bible Verses that Support Predestination (& The Doctrine of Election)
10 July on Bible Studies, Doctrine of ElectionBelow are 17+ verses that support the Doctrine of Election (sometimes referred to as predestination, but technically not the same). These are verses that don’t need other verses to support...
10 Reasons You Can Know the Bible is the Truth
21 June on Bible Evidence, The Sword of the SpiritIf you find yourself wondering if its possible to find God through the Bible or if it’s true, check out these 10 reasons why you can know that the Bible...
Live the Word Apparel Encourages its Buyers to ‘Live the Word’
11 June on News & Current EventsBryan Robinson of Live the Word Apparel aims to be more than just another Christian clothing designer. His goal is to equip Christians to live the Word in order to...
What are Your Goals in Studying the Bible? by Paul Mallison
28 May on Bible Studies, Guest PostsThe goal or aim of studying the Bible for me is not just simply to know the Bible better. The religious authorities in Jesus’ day knew their Scripture very well,...
A Memorial Day Tribute – Don’t Forget the Real Purpose for Today
27 May on Marriage & FamilyWhile many are using this day to bar-b-que, drink and celebrate the day off from work, we must not forget the true purpose of Memorial Day. That is to mourn...
Real Marriage by Mark & Grace Driscoll – Week One Notes
26 May on Bible Studies, Marriage & FamilyMy wife and I just started the Real Marriage series by Mark & Grace Driscoll. We’re in our off season for weekly life groups, so we decided to do our...
Isaiah 55:8-9 – My Thoughts are Higher than Your Thoughts
24 May on Logos VOD Commentary, Old Testament, The Almighty GodAny verse with God speaking directly to you is awesome (not to say that all Bible verses aren’t awesome). But when God tells you “my thoughts are not your thoughts”,...
Luke 8:25 – Even the Winds & Water Obey Him
23 May on New TestamentThis has always been one of my favorite verses. Just imaging the disciples with giant eyes and mouths dropped in amazement after seeing Jesus stop a storm is a picture...
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17 Bible Verses that Support Predestination (& The Doctrine of Election)
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Predestination & Free Will is Debatable – But Election is Clear
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Atheist History: The Cult of Reason & the Reign of Terror
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The Heart is Deceitful – Man Up Bible Study Notes
14 May on Existence Church, Prayer & Discernment
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Don’t Give Up on Me by Mercy Me (with Lyrics)
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Atheist History: The Cult of Reason & the Reign of Terror
16 April on Atheism & Agnosticism, History & Archaeology -
Predestination & Free Will is Debatable – But Election is Clear
16 July on Doctrine of Election, Free Will vs Predestination -
17 Bible Verses that Support Predestination (& The Doctrine of Election)
10 July on Bible Studies, Doctrine of Election
- Val Lee: Even though the nation of Babylon was assigned the task of destroying Israel and the surrounding nations and the known earth of this time by God, they had to judged for all their sins. This included the fact, they harmed the apple of God’s eye. No nation was permitted to do this. Though Babylon did this, being predestined to do so, it had to pay. Babylon had no care in the world regarding destroying God’s holy people nor bore a concern, respecting any rising curse. You have predestination and free choice all wrapped into one. Many cannot comprehend this. In the New Testament we acknowledge God died for all and anyone who calls upon the name of the LORD can be saved; yet predestination and chosen are also taught. Believers were chosen and predestined before the foundation of the world (Ephesians chapter 1 and other passages) and we know Jeremiah has set aside for God’s service while in his mother’s womb; as was John the prophet/baptizer—Luke chapter 1, and Paul—Galatians 1:15. God called Israel from the womb—Isaiah 49:1f. David wrote, God helped him from his mother’s womb—Psalm 139. Yet, we know man can still say no to God. David said no to God the times he chose to sin. He still had a free will. We are not made to obey like a robot, believing we had no choice in believing. And believers can say no to God and sin and they do. Most believers have fallen at one time or another due to owning the right to sin. We know from 1 Corinthians chapter 11, that some believers sin right up to their death and the death or sleep may be the judgment of God upon their chosen, sinful wills of choosing to say no to the Almighty God of the universe. King Nebuchadnezzar was predestined to destroy God’s chosen people, as His servant, a man of little or no conscience. The LORD has made everything for its own purpose, Even the wicked for the day of evil; Proverbs16:4. King Nebuchadnezzar was chosen for the day of evil; yet, later became a believer who exalted God. His salvation was enacted through the witnesses of godly men and God’s convicting hand and his hand of discipline. This king was predestined for two purposes; yet, he chose God because he wanted to. Any Christian knows they choose God because they want to be saved. They are enlightened to the truth and desire it. I wanted to be saved! God did not push me and beat me so I would have no choice. It was 100% the love of God coming to me from the salvation invitation. King Nebuchadnezzar was chosen as a dishonorable vessel and a valuable vessel. He did accomplish God’s will through both, though we all know being an honorable vessel is the chosen, spectacular best. (Romans chapter 9) We know Pharaoh was a completely dishonorable vessel, being one who never repented. God ways are higher than our ways and His thoughts far above anything we can contrive, and all performed through his holy and perfect ways. One day we will no longer see through a dim mirror (1 Corinthians 13:12) and will understand it all, including the fact we are chosen and all who call upon the name of LORD will be saved. Plus, we know God desires none perish but all come to repentance and this is why God gave His Son for all. Whoever calls upon the name of the LORD will be saved and Christ’s life was sacrificed because God loved the entire world, not just 1/8 of the world or less. God saved Nineveh through Jonah because He knew the Ninevites simply had to hear the Gospel and they would repent. How can they hear without a preacher who must be sent? The harvest is great always, but the laborers few so we must keep praying for the lost.
- Jared LaVoie: "Throw them into hell to burn eternally without giving them a choice to repent would make God way more terrifying than Satan.." God is more terrifying than Satan. The demons tremble according to James 2. Do you fear God or Satan? Who is more worthy of a repenting, fearful respect?
- Ana: You really understand the Bible, Amen Austin Amen!
- JD: "The heart is deceitfully wicked" was written before Christ came and before we could be born again. Every person's heart was deceitfully wicked. That is why the verse simply made a blanket statement with no exceptions. Before we could be born again we all had sinful hearts. We were all spiritually dead. No matter how well behaved a person was or how disciplined and religious they were in their souls, they were still sinners and incapable of any true righteousness. Now IF a person is born again, they have a NEW heart. The New Man, or New spirit in them is the LIFE of Jesus Christ. Their heart is no longer wicked or even capable of wickedness. If they continue to sin it is because of sin dwelling in the members of their bodies and they need to learn to walk after the Spirit and put those things to death. Nowhere does the Bible say that a born again believer has a heart problem. It is not possible. They have soul and body problems but not heart problems. Whatsoever is born of God cannot sin. He who knew no sin became sin that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him. If any man is in Christ He is a new creature, old things pass away, behold all things have become brand new. The New Man is created, after God, in true holiness and righteousness.This speaks of the heart, not the body or the soul. Rejoice in the Lord for we who are born of God no longer have a wicked heart. Now may we walk after the Spirit until our soul is completely transformed and this corruptible body puts on incorruption.
Psalm 150:6 – Let Everything Praise the LORD!
31 May on Logos VOD Commentary, Old Testament, The Almighty GodAll of creation (plants and animals) already praises the LORD (Ps 96:13) and all of mankind should (and eventually will Phil 2:10, Rom 14:11, Isa 45:23, Rev 5:13-14). We know...