James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings. (James 1:1-2 ESV) I was taught that James wrote to Jews who had professed Christ and who were scattered throughout the Roman Empire. Israel had undergone other dispersions — expulsions from the Promised Land, in the… Continue reading The Eyes of Faith: A Truth from the Lord for Your Encouragement
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Because the church mishandles abuse, the name of God is blasphemed among unbelievers
Many people who boast in the Bible dishonour God by breaking Biblical precepts left, right and centre. But if you call yourself a Jew and rely on the law and boast in God and know his will and approve what is excellent, because you are instructed from the law; and if you are sure that… Continue reading Because the church mishandles abuse, the name of God is blasphemed among unbelievers
