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This short book is designed to briefly introduce people to information from Church history and the teaching of the Bible that have been misunderstood, misinterpreted, and misrepresented to show that what most people have been told about the nature and duration of hell is not true. The true teaching of the Bible is that God will one day restore all of his creation to the perfection he initially intended.

This book takes a deep dive into the Old Testament and New Testament's use and development of the Wedding Metaphor in Scripture. The book develops the importance of the Wedding Metaphor in understanding the heart and character of God Himself. Additionally, we learn some amazing aspects of the plans and purposes of God regarding the Creation from beginning to the end of time.

Through thousands of years of interpreting the Bible through the lens of changing languages and societies, and varying regard to females and feminine qualities, the concept of God has become more and more male to the exclusion of God's female side of wisdom, mercy, grace, and nurture. Let us attempt to rediscover the truth and expand our understanding of the complete and perfect God. If God is our creator and we were made in the image of God, then God is both our father and our mother.

In this second part of this study of the Minor Prophets, the writings of Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, and Habakkuk are examined. With Obadiah, one can see the land of Edom and why the Edomites had thought that they were safe from outside attackers. Their land was very mountainous and easy to defend. Nevertheless, in about 583 BC, they did fall to the Babylonians. With Jonah, one can see the viciousness of the Assyrians in the Eighth Century BC. Everyone was afraid of them because of their brutality against their enemies. Nevertheless, at the preaching of Jonah, they had repented, and the ...

Joseph McCabe (1867-1955) was a Catholic priest and scholar who abandoned his faith in the 1890s and later became a very prominent secular activist. He published over 250 books and pamphlets, covering a wide range of genres, including history, politics, biography, and popular science.

Is Christianity the White Man's Religion? affirms that ethnic diversity has played a powerful role in the formation of the Old and New Testaments and that the Bible is a book of justice, promoting equality for all people. Contrary to popular Eurocentric conceptions, biblical Christianity is not just for White Westerners. It's good news for all of us.

In Hear Ye the Word of the Lord, biblical scholar D. Brent Sandy explores how oral communication shaped the ways that biblical writers received God's message—and even more importantly, how the ancient and modern faithful receive it through hearing.

Joseph went through it all. From the pit to Pharoah's palace, to fighting Potiphar's wife, to the prison. So many lessons to learn from his story, especially as it pertains to family and those older brothers. This is Part 1 of a two-part series.

La Biblia sigue siendo hoy, en el inicio del tercer milenio, el libro más vendido, un auténtico "best seller". Y sin embargo, aunque hay un ejemplar en la mayoría de los hogares, son pocos los que la han leído entera, y menos aún los que lograron entenderla. Qué dice la Biblia se convierte así en una guía valiosa para entender el texto sagrado en forma de audio libro. El oyente puede familiarizarse con la historia bíblica y con sus personajes; protagonistas singulares de esa impresionante aventura.

Embark on an extraordinary exploration of the book of 1 Samuel, guided by the illuminating lens of prophetic revelation. This verse-by-verse devotional study delves deep into the rich tapestry of narratives, characters, and events, revealing the profound spiritual truths and prophetic insights woven throughout this ancient text. Encounter the Divine Blueprint: Discover God's hand at work in the lives of Samuel, Saul, David, and other key figures, as they navigate the complexities of leadership, obedience, and faith. Uncover Hidden Prophecies: Explore the prophetic foreshadowings and ...

"The First Christmas:"Prophecy Of The Messiah" takes readers on a journey back in time to experience the awe-inspiring events surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ. This book provides a faithful retelling of the biblical narrative, offering a detailed and accurate portrayal of the circumstances leading up to that momentous night in Bethlehem. Through the pages of the Holy Bible, readers will discover the miraculous birth, the visit of the shepherds and wise men, and the profound impact of this extraordinary event on the world. With meticulous research and a deep reverence for the biblical ...

Prophetic solutions and strategies for confronting Racism. From the earliest days of America, racism has been a prevailing issue. But on May 25, 2020, George Floyd’s death sparked a fresh fire in the tinderbox of American society. As racial tensions continue to mount, Christians cannot remain on the sidelines. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. called the church the conscience of the state. It is the duty of the people of God to maintain their prophetic edge, offering Heaven-inspired solutions to the crisis of our times. In Racism, the Church and the Nation, Pastors Wayland Henderson, Chazdon ...

Elijah was such a great man; God didn't let him die like others. After sleeping for over 800 years, he returned 3 more times to affect all of our lives, including his brother named Jesus and his other 12 brothers and sisters. Our investigation takes us from 3 thousand years ago when Elijah was first born, to South America, to ancient Babylon, to Egypt, and into the future while trying see how he gained his massive family even when his mom and dad both died before he was 5. Within a couple of years of each other, a 12-year-old girl dances to kill John-the-Baptist; Elijah is reincarnated a ...

If you have ever doubted your calling from God…If you have ever ceased to hear His voice…If you have ever felt Abandoned and alone…The heart cry of John the Baptist will call you home to your Savior and Lord.

Hoy en día, el dominio de la fe cristiana parece ser un hecho fácilmente aceptado. Sin embargo, en la época en que alcanzó su máximo esplendor, para la mayoría de los observadores externos, esta idea habría parecido muy improbable.

The Bible is the inspired word of God, but is the Bible we read today the same Bible our ancestors read? For centuries, there were meetings of church leaders to discuss and hash out the contents of the Bible. These included many arguments, disagreements, and controversies before the proper books of the Bible could be decided upon. Questions and curiosities about the Bible are not limited to the nonbeliever.

The Lord's Prayer is the most iconic and widely spoken prayer in human history. It's not only a sacred prayer, but the very essence of the Bible's message. Yet, familiarity often dulls the power of this profound prayer, leaving its deep meaning untapped and unlived. Every single phrase of the Lord's Prayer is loaded with revolutionary significance for Jesus' original audience—and for us. In this book, Brad Gray and Brad Nelson draw on decades of research to unpack these words in their original historical and cultural context, revealing the bold truths that can still shake our lives today.

Did you know that all Christians are prophetic and that walking in a supernatural lifestyle should be the normal Christian experience? Are you ready to discover your prophetic identity and release your prophetic voice? In this book, you will discover that The Prophetic Spirit is the very nature of Jesus Christ “the Prophet” living as the presence of God inside every Christian, because Jesus is “the spirit of prophecy” (Rev. 19:10) of the New Testament Church. You will learn that the Biblical example of prophecy, dreams, and visions is the standard New Testament experience for all ...

He walked on the face of the earth over 2000 years ago and changed human history for time and eternity. Nearly 2.4 billion Christians know him as Jesus Christ, Son of God, Son of Man and Savior of the world. Other billions recognize him as a great prophet and philosopher. Drawing from the four gospel accounts and using “sanctified imagination”, this book chronicles the incredible life of Jesus. It tells the story of His miraculous conception and birth; his childhood; his magnificent ministry with a band of 12 ordinary men and his death and glorious resurrection. This book presents an ...

Isn't it shocking that the precious holy name of the heavenly father has been removed from his own book almost 7,000 times. How do you think God feels? When Jesus taught us how to pray, He said: Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name...what name? Is it "God"? That's not his name...it's a title. Is the name "Lord"? That's also not his name...it's also a title. What is the personal holy name of the god you serve? Why is it important to use and praise God's true name?