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New Bible Study Tonight: Psalm 2 Dashing Ragers’ Knees

Tonight we continue our fall study. We’ll be unpacking Psalm 2, celebrating the reign of Christ and His victory. All are welcome at our home at 7:00, or to tune in on Facebook Live at RC- Lisa Sproul. We hope … Continue reading →

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Days of the Dead: The Thousands Who Will Be Butchered Today

September 11, 2001, was, in many respects, a rather ordinary day. I began the day working at my desk, writing. But my plans quickly changed. Many of us spent hours staring not at our computer screens but at our television … Continue reading →

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New Bible Study: Psalms: Entering His Praise

Tonight we begin our fall study. We’ll be taking a journey through the book of Psalms. Tonight, an exploration of what the Psalms are, and an unpacking of Psalm 1. All are welcome at our home at 7:00, or to … Continue reading →

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Prudence, not Panic; What’s Up; Blessed Are You

A wise man sees what is coming. The fool claims there is a lion in the street. Thus the difference between prudence and panic. New study starting, new book coming. Plus, rejoicing in persecution in submission to Christ. All whipped … Continue reading →

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Mary Magdalene; Listening; 8 Track Sounds; Kings and Queens

Listen to me now. We’ve gotten very bad at listening. Here’s an opportunity for you to practice, and to benefit. When you’re done, why not encourage others to do the same? This week’s Jesus Changes Everything Podcast

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Blessed Are the Persecuted For My Name’s Sake

The early church faced at least two distinct and competing enemies. While Jesus walked the earth and after, God’s kingdom faced the challenges of both the Roman Empire and Judaism. An armed terror that was, though given to emperor worship, … Continue reading →

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When You Love the CEO But Hate Middle Management

It’s not often that a bumper sticker sticks with me. Rarer still is when I not only remember one, but actually like it. Still more rare is when one that I like comes from a Christian perspective. My boss is … Continue reading →

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Sacred Marriage, Esther; Rainbow Baseball; Ashamed of God

This week we have a strong theme running through our segments. Each deals with the intersection of the believer and the unbelieving world. Which shapes which? If that sounds like something that could help, and it should, maybe tune in … Continue reading →

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We Must Pray, With Fervor, Maranatha, Lord Jesus

I used to say “Last things last.” Eschatology was, I knew, not easy. I figured I, and others, should master the easier stuff before moving on. Eventually I came to understand that when God reveals something to us we have … Continue reading →

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What is inflation? Another Case of Government Dishonesty

The economist Milton Friedman has said that his deepest regret was suggesting withholding to the Federal government. Time was that each of us used to have to write a check to pay our income taxes. That stings. When, however, someone … Continue reading →

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