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Surrender to God’s Will
I often hear the word “surrender” used amongst Christians. We say that we need to surrender all to Christ. But what does this truly mean? The definition of the word, as it appears in scripture is: “to give into the hands (of another); to give over into (one’s) power or use.” So, to be surrendered
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Forgiveness
In 2010, my wife’s uncle and I had a major disagreement. A falling out. Ok, an argument. I said some things, and he said some things. I did not speak with him again. He died in 2012. I never apologized to him or asked his forgiveness. I was in the hospital room with him when
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Asking for Forgiveness
“Therefore if you are presenting your offering at the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your offering there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother, and then come and present your offering.” (Matt. 5:23-24 NAS) This scripture is amazing to me. Notice how it does
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Baptism of Fire
Sometime between ’95 and ’98, I was in Ft. Worth with some friends. I spotted a salsa that I just had to have. It was called “Baptism of Fire.” My friends said that was really cool. They called it “Holy Ghost in a Jar!” After I arrived at home, I got out some chips and tried
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Baptism In the Holy Spirit
The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is a baptism that Jesus gives to impart power to the believer. According to Acts 1:8, this power enables the believer to be a witness for Christ: “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in
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Water Baptism
Water baptism sounds like a pretty straightforward event. However, there are plenty of things that cause distractions. Some people think of water baptism as infant baptism, while other people insist that a person has to be at an age of understanding. Some people believe in sprinkling, while others say you must be immersed. Some people