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2023-10-15T17:28:09-04:00

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Shofet, Jesus And God’s People

Last updated on: October 15, 2023 at 5:28 pm By Martin Thomas Johnson

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This week the dysfunction of the current GOP continued to play out in the news. Once again individuals in the party are obsessed with earthly power and greatness. It seems like the more popular members are only looking out for themselves, not the party or the country. Our Lord Jesus commanded His followers to put others first and not to abuse earthly power (Matthew 20:26-27). Jesus’ teachings contradicted the world’s ways and even those of our Jewish stepfathers. Many today... Read more

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2023-10-12T10:46:29-04:00

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Khata, Sin, And The Ways of The World

Last updated on: October 12, 2023 at 10:46 am By Martin Thomas Johnson

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Like many, I am in shock over the evil attacks against Israel this weekend. The heartbreaking scenes continue to unfold and reveal the transgressions of war. Just as heartbreaking, has been the uncompassionate attitude many conservatives have towards the transgressions against Israel and Ukraine. It is sad how many conservatives fail to learn from the mistakes of our Jewish stepfathers. Greed Earthly greatness Unsympathetic Self-righteous Being a conservative or Christian means striving to be Christlike. Jesus’ earthly ministry focused on... Read more

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2023-10-09T23:51:48-04:00

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Khen, America, And God’s People

Last updated on: October 9, 2023 at 11:51 pm By Martin Thomas Johnson

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This week the cold-heartedness of the current GOP was on display as far-right extremists proudly voiced their opposition to further supporting Ukraine in it’s effort against the oppressive land grab of Russia. While I understand the concern over sending aid abroad while there is so much need here on American soil, I also understand there are a lot of principles at work in the ongoing international crisis. Political Military Spiritual Americans know we have been blessed by God as a... Read more

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2023-10-05T12:27:37-04:00

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Tamam, Jesus, And God’s People

Last updated on: October 5, 2023 at 12:27 pm By Martin Thomas Johnson

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Over the weekend, like the rest of the country, I was heartbroken over the senseless power trip happening in the House of Representatives. The leadership has forgotten that they are supposed to represent the people and not just a party or a political agenda. The showdown is a rivalry between old-school versus new-school politics. Regardless of whose side you’re on, it is still politics as usual in America, nothing has changed. Greed Obsession with power Lies The saddest part is... Read more

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2023-10-01T14:27:23-04:00

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Yahweh Tsidkenu, Jesus, And God’s People

Last updated on: October 1, 2023 at 2:27 pm By Martin Thomas Johnson

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As I write this post, the government is still on the verge of a shutdown. Not because of the liberal left, but because of the power-hungry right (conservatives). The divided party still cannot get their act together. The main sticking point is the so-called. “border Crisis” propagated by a few extreme rightists—individuals who are only concerned about their desires. While I understand the need to be fiscally responsible as a nation, as a child of God I must live by... Read more

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2023-09-28T10:22:25-04:00

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Yashar, Righteousness, and God’s People

Last updated on: September 28, 2023 at 10:22 am By Martin Thomas Johnson

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The big news this week has been the rush to increase the debt limit so America can pay the bills. Ironically many conservatives believe their solution is the only right answer. Yet, the party can’t even agree amongst themselves, much less save the country. The party has become so divided, that they fail to adhere to their own conservative ideologies; beliefs which are supposed to set them apart from both the world’s and liberals’ approaches. Christian values Fighting against all... Read more

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2023-09-23T18:35:18-04:00

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Gan Eden, The Righteous, and Heaven

Last updated on: September 23, 2023 at 6:35 pm By Martin Thomas Johnson

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This week the news reported more stories about politicians behaving badly, one a liberal and the other a conservative. As our world continues to deteriorate, there have been a lot of posts on social media about heaven. Everyone wants to go to heaven, but not everyone agrees on where it is or how to get there. But, in the next life, everyone wants to be with God. Below are three hashtags that saturated social media this week. Calvinism Rapture Tribulation... Read more

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2023-09-20T20:46:15-04:00

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Gehinnon, The Damned and God’s People

Last updated on: September 20, 2023 at 8:46 pm By Martin Thomas Johnson

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In a recent news special, a report showed the aftermath of the destruction from recent natural disasters. As the images of ruins covered the landscape, a comparison to hell was made. It’s ironic the world doesn’t acknowledge God or spiritual truth, yet understands the devastation of hell. Every disaster results in destruction, loss of life and the world is never the same. It’s no wonder many compare them to hell, below are a few common beliefs about hell. Unbearably hot... Read more

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2023-09-17T18:21:02-04:00

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Olam Ha-Ba, The Afterlife And What They Mean For God’s People

Last updated on: September 17, 2023 at 6:21 pm By Martin Thomas Johnson

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It seems like every day the world is getting crazier, although it has been fading for decades. I remember growing up in the 80s and early 90s and hearing about the scientific fears of how the earth will be destroyed. From a nuclear war destroying everything and civilization living in an apocalypse to climate change and the destruction of the Earth’s ozone scared everyone. Who can’t forget the recycling craze of the late 80s and early 90s? ... Read more

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2023-09-14T17:35:01-04:00

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Yetzer-Ha-Tov, Christian Nationalism and What They Mean For God’s People

Last updated on: September 14, 2023 at 5:35 pm By Martin Thomas Johnson

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Once again, the news has focused on power-hungry conservatives and Christians who make bad choices that will only benefit themselves or their agenda. The current GOP is hell-bent on getting what it wants regardless of who it hurts. Although we live in a fallen world, we have a choice in how we live and what we pursue; there is no straddling the fence for conservatives. It is either one or the other. Good Evil This fight was remembered during the... Read more

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