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The Bible has one law for unintentional sin, and another law for intentional sin

Barbara Roberts11 Comments

The Bible makes a distinction between unintentional sin and intentional sin. This is important when we consider how we, as Christians, are to respond to domestic abusers. The distinction is set out in the Law which Moses gave to the people of Israel. Numbers 15:22-31, NKJV – Laws Concerning Unintentional Sin If you sin unintentionally, and do… Continue reading The Bible has one law for unintentional sin, and another law for intentional sin

Jesus in his love for us, laid himself on the altar.

Barbara Roberts9 Comments

I am learning Who Jesus is on a personal Christian – not "C"hristian – basis. I am still missing the heart connection, trying to get past the non-stop force-feeding details of His suffering for my sake, so I better be grateful!! The sugary-sweet imagery of Easy Believism. Oh, yes. And He loves me and is… Continue reading Jesus in his love for us, laid himself on the altar.