Category Archives: 1 John

It Is All About Jesus

Previously, we studied God’s indictment of the world through the book of Romans. We looked at the chasm between us and God and how the only way to cross that chasm was by the cross of Jesus. Maybe you’re asking … Continue reading

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Self-Deception in Three Steps

In at least three specific instances, the process of self-deception leads to sin. The process itself consists of three acts of the will. Sin entered the world in three steps in the Garden of Eden. When the woman saw that … Continue reading

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Who Hates Whom?

Steve Blackwell has a blog I’ve been following recently called Indy Watchman. Last month he had written a post that floored me called “Christian Hatred Getting Worse.” One thing I noticed during this last election is all the hatred I … Continue reading

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A Mighty Little Warrior – Part II

In my last post, we were introduced to Gideon. We left off just after the angel of the Lord had commanded Gideon to deliver Israel from the hand of the Midian. [Gideon] said to Him, “O Lord, how shall I … Continue reading

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