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2023-12-09T12:41:30-05:00

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Why Cussing is Not a Sin

Last updated on: December 9, 2023 at 12:41 pm By Miranda Turner

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Instead of relying on our traditional teachings, let's put our thinking caps on and do some detective work to see how we come to this conclusion. In this post, we’ll answer some key questions such as, what is cussing? Is it even biblical? If so, is it a sin against God? Read more

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2023-09-27T17:43:51-04:00

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What Does it Mean to Be Pure in Heart?

Last updated on: September 27, 2023 at 5:43 pm By Miranda Turner

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What does it mean to be pure in heart? What does it mean to see God? Do we do it physically with our natural eyes? Or is there more to it? Also, what does it mean to be blessed, and how do we attain this state of blessing? We'll try to answer these questions and more in this post. Read more

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2023-09-09T15:17:17-04:00

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How to Be in the World But Not of It-A Sensible Perspective

Last updated on: September 9, 2023 at 3:17 pm By Miranda Turner

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We are to be in the world, but we are not to be of the world. How many times have you been reminded of this by your church leaders or Christian friends? It's so common that it almost sounds cliche. Perhaps it has become clichéd. Nevertheless, what does it mean to be "in the world but not of the world," and is it Biblical? How do we do it? This post will attempt to answer these questions. Read more

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2023-08-28T09:08:07-04:00

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Are We All Just Sinners Saved by Grace?

Last updated on: August 28, 2023 at 9:08 am By Miranda Turner

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According to some interpretations of this passage, Paul claims to be the lowest of sinners. But, was Paul really the worst sinner? And are we all just sinners saved by grace? Read more

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2025-09-24T22:05:41-04:00

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Response to Reader: Water Baptism vs. Spirit Baptism

Last updated on: September 24, 2025 at 10:05 pm By Miranda Turner

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So Paul asked, “Then what baptism did you receive?” “John’s baptism,” they replied. 4 Paul said, “John’s baptism was a baptism of repentance. He told the people to believe in the one coming after him, that is, in Jesus.” 5 On hearing this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. 6 When Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke in tongues[b] and prophesied. 7... Read more

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2023-08-14T17:52:36-04:00

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3 Reasons Why It Doesn’t Make Sense To Re-Baptize In Jesus’ Name

Last updated on: August 14, 2023 at 5:52 pm By Miranda Turner

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A number of people who’ve previously been baptized "in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit" are having second thoughts about their baptism. They’re now discovering that it was an error, and concluding that they were baptized incorrectly. Read more

2023-08-14T17:58:01-04:00

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Are We Able to Forgive as Jesus Did?

Last updated on: August 14, 2023 at 5:58 pm By Miranda Turner

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It may seem like the answer is obvious. But hear me out. On my way to the train station this morning, after stopping for a quick bite at McDonald’s and a refreshing french vanilla iced coffee, I spotted a red and white billboard that turned the wheels of my noggin. Citing Luke 23:34 in the bottom right-hand corner it read: Genuine Christians Forgive Like Jesus. Hmm? Do they? Firstly, we’re back to the “who is and who isn’t a true... Read more

2023-10-06T13:12:11-04:00

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A Loving God Wouldn’t Send People to Hell, Right?

Last updated on: October 6, 2023 at 1:12 pm By Miranda Turner

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Would a loving God send people to hell? Absolutely. Still, some suggest that God doesn’t send people to hell. Instead, if we end up in hell, we chose to go there. So, basically, what is said is that we send ourselves there. Apparently, it’s meant to soften the blow of the fact that the Lord sends people to hell. Excuse my language but that is complete hogwash. Now, I recognize that people have different views on hell. Therefore to be... Read more

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2023-08-10T18:33:08-04:00

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How Do I Love My Neighbor?: Part II

Last updated on: August 10, 2023 at 6:33 pm By Miranda Turner

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In my previous post, How Do I Love My Neighbor?: Part I, I described how I was misled by man-made doctrines, but was graciously led to the truth about God’s desire for his people by the Holy Spirit. The truth is, faith in Jesus Christ makes one a child of God. This has nothing to do with the man-made requirements and labels many “church folks” place on people. It’s crazy how we’re so quick to call others out for not... Read more

2023-08-10T18:34:18-04:00

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How Do I Love My Neighbor? :Part I

Last updated on: August 10, 2023 at 6:34 pm By Miranda Turner

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So, knowing what the Lord expects of us, the next question is how do we demonstrate this love? I remember asking the Lord, “God, how exactly am I supposed to love my neighbor? At times, people really get on my nerves! Furthermore, how am I supposed to love someone I don’t even know?” Read more

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