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'Twas the Night Jesus Came: Available Now

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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: Can a Christian Celebrate Independence Day?

My QA: Can a Christian celebrate Independence Day?, taken from 2 Corinthians 3:3-6 and published July 4, 2021, is now available in Questions Answered.

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For Mom: A History of Aprons

Happy Mother's Day! For mothers, please find The History of Aprons in Publications from Guest Authors.

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Guy Orbison, Jr.'s Mothers: Now Available

Guy Orbison Jr.'s articles on Mothers, referencing Proverbs 31:28, is now available in Publications from Guest Authors.

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QA: Where Did Mother's Day Come From?

My QA: Where did Mother's Day come from? dealt with in May, 2019, is available in Questions Answered.

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Theophilus: The Sting of Death

In light of current discussions on Easter, Robert West's Theophilus cartoon, The Sting of Death, is featured in Publications On Family.

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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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A Truly New Year: Mini Article

Under the Law of Moses, God began each Jewish New Year with the Day of Atonement (Leviticus 16). With a special, once a year ceremony, the sins of the people were pronounced on a “scapegoat” and a sacrificial sin offering and a burnt offering were also offered. The nation was to begin their yearly planning by making things right with God. Under the Law of Jesus Christ, God “now commands all men ev…

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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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Wayne Burger's Christmas: What Are We Gonna Do With It?

In light of the current season, Wayne Burger's Christmas: What Are We Gonna Do With It? is now available in Publications from Guest Authors.

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Proverbs Commentary Segment #148 - Don't Break Out In a Rash!

In light of new year resolutions coming up, my Commentary Studies in the Book of Proverbs continues with segment #148 on Proverbs 20:25 - Don't Break Out In a Rash!

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