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2020-03-17T11:07:25-08:00

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Ministry is Hard

Last updated on: March 17, 2020 at 11:07 am By Rob Dalrymple

(This post is written primarily to encourage my brothers and sisters in Christ, alongside whom, I do ministry. It is also intended to help those in the church be a little more cognizant of the struggles faced by those in ministry, with the hope that it might elicit a greater understanding in order that we might better fulfill the charge in Hebrews: “Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they keep watch over your souls as those who will... Read more

2020-04-11T10:08:38-08:00

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To Give or not to Give? What does the NT say about Giving?

Last updated on: April 11, 2020 at 10:08 am By Rob Dalrymple

Giving according to the New Testament is strictly from the heart! But, to say that giving is from the heart is not enough. And it likely lets most of us off the hook way to easily. What does the NT teach about giving? Some of you are likely reading the title and deciding to at least peruse this blog because you want to know what the Bible, and the New Testament (NT) in particular, says about giving so... Read more

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2020-03-17T11:08:38-08:00

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To know or to Do?: that is the question

Last updated on: March 17, 2020 at 11:08 am By Rob Dalrymple

The Scriptures are clear that learning precedes obedience. But obedience must following learning. The relationship between doctrines/teaching and obedience is inseparable. Generally speaking, one cannot obey Jesus unless one first knows Jesus; and one cannot do the will of God, unless one knows the will of God. Now, in saying this, I do not deny that there is a problem on both sides of the spectrum. On one side, there is way to much theological debate within the church and... Read more

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2020-03-17T11:10:44-08:00

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Freedom of Speech?

Last updated on: March 17, 2020 at 11:10 am By Rob Dalrymple

I don’t have to agree with your views. But I should absolutely defend your right to have them It is sad that I have to hesitate to write a comment on contemporary American politics. But, too many are so entrenched in their views that they have trouble hearing criticism. The Church should be above politics—especially above political parties. We should be willing to acknowledge truth and error regardless of what side of the political spectrum it comes from. We should... Read more

2020-04-11T09:56:39-08:00

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The End of the World again?

Last updated on: April 11, 2020 at 9:56 am By Rob Dalrymple

I am writing this article on Sept 20, 2017. If you are reading this article after Sept 23, 2017, then I am right again! The world did not end. I knew it! You can tell me later how smart I am! In case you are not aware, the latest date for the end of the world is/was Sept 23, 2017. On this date there will be an alignment of the sun, moon, and certain stars that have led some to... Read more

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2020-03-17T11:16:34-08:00

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Never be Afraid of the Truth

Last updated on: March 17, 2020 at 11:16 am By Rob Dalrymple

The fact is, we simply don’t want to change. We like things the way they are. So, we ignore truth. We deny truth. We resist truth. We spend time, money, and great effort to reinforce our convictions as to what truth is. I was recently having dinner in Jerusalem. Our group had just arrived that day from various part of the States. Though many of the people at the table knew each other from previous relationships, I was just getting... Read more

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2020-03-17T11:17:26-08:00

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Giants in the Land

Last updated on: March 17, 2020 at 11:17 am By Rob Dalrymple

Have you ever experienced giants in the land? A time when jobs weren’t opening up and the bills were piling up. A time when the doctors weren’t giving the diagnosis you wanted to hear. A time when relationships were crumbling and you saw no way out. A time when you learned that your beautiful child was addicted and you couldn’t get through to them. A time when your debt was so great you had no idea how you would ever... Read more

2020-04-11T10:03:44-08:00

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Can we apply Ps 33:12 to the US or any nation?

Last updated on: April 11, 2020 at 10:03 am By Rob Dalrymple

Some are claiming, based on Ps 33:12 “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, The people whom He has chosen for His own inheritance,” that God has chosen Trump to save America.”The context of the Old Testament in general, and this Psalm in particular, shows that the nation addressed here was Israel. The Psalmist was writing to encourage the people of Israel to call upon the Lord so that the promised blessing would come to fruition.... Read more

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2020-03-17T11:21:13-08:00

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It may not be worth it to discuss politics, but sometimes one must speak up

Last updated on: March 17, 2020 at 11:21 am By Rob Dalrymple

Do you adults understand what you are doing to our young people? I try to stay out of actual political discussions for one reason: too many people in the Church have convictions that, in my opinion, they hold on too deeply. The result is that when one says something that even appears contrary to their deep-seated convictions one incurs wrath. Not worth it. (unfortunately, I can assure you that many pastors and leaders in the Church feel this way and... Read more

2020-03-17T11:23:35-08:00

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Finding a wife for Rebekah

Last updated on: March 17, 2020 at 11:23 am By Rob Dalrymple

Genesis 24 recounts the story of Abraham sending one of his servants to his father’s household in Haran to find a wife for Isaac. The servant determined that he would put a test to discern what woman the Lord has chosen for Isaac. He would ask for a drink from the well and whichever young woman not only offered him a drink, but also agreed to water his camels would be the one. Many read this and conclude that the... Read more

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