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QA: Why do you NOT have statues or icons of Jesus

Continuing the Lent misunderstanding, my QA: Why do you NOT have statues or icons of Jesus or a creche at Christmas? from February 5, 2023, is now available in Questions Answered. Look for the word “FEATURED” or the name of the file on the Questions Answered page.

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Words of Wisdom: December 19 - 23, 2022

My Words of Wisdom Audios are 1-minute radio lessons which are studies from the Bible for our current times. They are broadcast on www.wecoradio.com/ FM 101.3 after the 12 noon news and after the 3pm news. Transcripts are available at Words of Wisdom Radio Transcripts, for lessons 2014 till now. This week’s lessons are:
- 12/19/22    One More Miracle for One Prophet  
- 12/20/22    Gett…

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Getting Jesus Right: No "Mass"

Words of Wisdom Articles are mini articles that have been printed in the Oneida, TN, Independent Herald newspaper since September 2019. “Words of Wisdom” is published online weekly and available on: www.ihoneida.com/words-of-wisdom/ . This week's contribution is Getting Jesus Right: No "Mass" for December 20, 2022

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Words of Wisdom Radio: December 12 - 15, 2022

My Words of Wisdom Audios are 1-minute radio lessons which are studies from the Bible for our current times. They are broadcast on www.wecoradio.com/ FM 101.3 after the 12 noon news and after the 3pm news. Transcripts are available at Words of Wisdom Radio Transcripts, for lessons 2014 till now. This week’s lessons are:
    - 12/12/22    Be Merry Without Alcohol  
    - 12/13/22    Ba…

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QA: Why Is Christmastime So Important?

My QA: Why is Christmastime so important? from November 20, 2022, is now available in Questions Answered.

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Baby Jesus: Article Available Now

Words of Wisdom Articles are mini articles that have been printed in the Oneida, TN, Independent Herald newspaper since September 2019. “Words of Wisdom” is published online weekly and available on: www.ihoneida.com/words-of-wisdom/ . This week's contribution is Baby Jesus for December 13, 2022

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Be Merry Without Alcohol!

Words of Wisdom Articles are mini articles that have been printed in the Oneida, TN, Independent Herald newspaper since September 2019. “Words of Wisdom” is published online weekly and available on: www.ihoneida.com/words-of-wisdom/ . This week's contribution is Be Merry Without Alcohol for December 5, 2022

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Words of Wisdom: November 28 - December 1, 2022

My Words of Wisdom Audios are 1-minute radio lessons which are studies from the Bible for our current times. They are broadcast on www.wecoradio.com/ FM 101.3 after the 12 noon news and after the 3pm news. Transcripts are available at Words of Wisdom Radio Transcripts, for lessons 2014 till now. This week’s lessons are:
- 11/28/22    Worldly Living        
- 11/29/22    Salvation Fin…

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QA: Why Doesn't Church of Christ Participate with Other Churches?

\My QA: Why doesn't the church of Christ participate with other churches in their practices? from August 14, 2022, is now available in Questions Answered.

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The Savior's Start: Mini Thought Available

Words of Wisdom Articles are mini articles that have been printed in the Oneida, TN, Independent Herald newspaper since September 2019. “Words of Wisdom” is published online weekly and available on: www.ihoneida.com/words-of-wisdom/. This week's contribution is The Savior’s Start for August 22, 2022. 

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Words of Wisdom Radio Transcripts Now Available

My Words of Wisdom Audios are 1-minute radio lessons which are studies from the Bible for our current times. They are broadcast on www.wecoradio.com / FM 101.3 after the noon news; and they are also available in Words of Wisdom Radio, with transcripts available at Words of Wisdom Radio Transcripts. Recent ones available are:

    - 11/29 - No Season for Jesus Is the Reason (also available in W…

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Baby Jesus: Article Now Available

This time of year, many celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, but do not seem to understand some things.  For instance, God's Son was born to a woman who did not believe in abortion.  Though not the "mother of God," Mary was chosen to bring forth the body for God's Son.  "The angel Gabriel" said to her: "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Highest will overshadow you; therefore…

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QA: Does the Church Celebrate Jesus' Birth?

My QA: Do the churches of Christ celebrate the birth of Christ?, from 12/19/2021 is now available in Misunderstood Scriptures. It is also available in Questions Answered.

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Ronald Bartanen's The Value of Time

Ronald Bartanen's The Value of Time, addressing the holiday season and New Year's, is now available in Publications from Guest Authors.

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QA: Why Is the Idea Of "Santa" Popular?

My QA: Why is the idea of "Santa Claus" so popular? from December 5, 2021, is now available in Questions Answered.

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QA: Where Should I Donate My Money?

My QA: There are so many asking for donations, how can I know where to give my money? from December 8, 2019, is now available in Questions Answered.

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Remembering the Crucifixion of Christ

My QA, What Must Christians Do To Remember the Crucifixion of Christ?, is now also available in the Bible Content On Jesus Christ.

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QA: How Can We Remember the Crucifixion of Christ?

QUESTION: What Must Christians Do To Remember the Crucifixion of Christ? - August, 2020

ANSWER:  Simply, preach the Word  (2 Timothy 4:2).  Don't be distracted  (1 Corinthians 2:1-2). ... By following a man-made religious calendar, people have been turned away from that Cross. “Christmas” diverts attention to Jesus’ birth; “Lent” places the emphasis upon human denial; “Easter” skips the cr…

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QA: What Does the Bible Say About Jesus' Birth?

QUESTION: What does the Bible say about Jesus' birth? - December, 2018

ANSWER: There is a vast difference in what the Bible actually says, and what people have added as misrepresentations and human traditions! ... 1. God's son was born to a woman who did not believe in abortion. (Luke 1:35) ... 2. When Jesus' birth was first announced to shepherds (Luke 2:13-14) ... it did not mean there woul…

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Christ or Christmas? Mini Article Series, Part 4

Jesus said of the Pharisees: “’And in vain they worship Me, Teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.' For laying aside the commandment of God, you hold the tradition of men--the washing of pitchers and cups, and many other such things you do. He said to them, ‘All too well you reject the commandment of God, that you may keep your tradition’” (Mark 7:7-9).  

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