Family of God

"For this reason I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, from whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named..." (Ephesians 3:14-15).

The family of God. It's probably the most misunderstood concept in all of Christianity—and the reason you're here. Who makes up the family of God and how can you be a part of it? Find out below.

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The Good News - March/April 2013
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What's the Purpose of Family?

What is God's purpose for families? It's spelled out in the Bible, but most overlook it.
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Who Am I?

Who tells you who you are? You have an identity. Here's where.
Married to Christ
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Married to Christ

Having attended several weddings already this year, I was reminded of what marriage between a man and a woman pictures—it’s a vision of Christ and the Church.
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Heir

The royal baby is heir to the throne. You have a brighter future.
Outerspace with clouds of dust
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What Did God Plan "Before Time Began"?

It's difficult for us to comprehend the concept of "before time began," much less what took place then. But Scripture reveals that God laid out His amazing purpose and plan for mankind before time began!
A hiker on top of a mountain pass.
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Here's How You Can Be Part of the Greatest Adventure

What motivates you? Does the opportunity for adventure excite you? If so, coming soon is an adventure you won't want to miss. It will pale into insignificance every past exploit or achievement and will completely surpass anything you have ever...
A woman holding an old family photo.
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God's Spiritual Family: Will You Be in the Picture?

While many people treasure photographs of family events and celebrations, there is one "family picture" God would like you to esteem more than any other. This marvelous image has everything to do with the astonishing future that awaits you.
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Has Religion Lied to You?

Is it possible your religion has misled you about God? Consider the Trinity doctrine. Is it biblical? You need to know.
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Your Family Name

Getting our family together for my parents anniversary reminded me of God's family plan.
What Does it Mean that Jesus Learned Obedience?
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What Does it Mean That Jesus Learned Obedience by What He Suffered?

In Hebrews 5:8, it says, “Even though Jesus was God’s Son, He learned obedience from the things He suffered.” What does this mean? God is all-powerful. He's omnipotent. Being God, how is it possible that He would need to “learn”...
Hail, Mary?
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Hail, Mary?

Jesus Is Our Intercessor, Not Mary.
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Preparing a People

The Church is to teach and care for those whom the Father calls, preparing them for greater works of service to God, their families, their communities and their fellow human beings. This is the goal of our many programs and...
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God's Great Purpose for All Mankind

USA Today published the results of a poll listing significant questions most on people's minds. At the top of the list was "What is the purpose of life?"
Pray, "Thy Kingdom Come," Change the World!
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Pray, "Thy Kingdom Come," Change the World!

The Feast of Tabernacles pictures the coming Kingdom. Jesus also gave a preview of the Kingdom to three of his disciples. We can use the Feast like they used the memory of the transfiguration as a tool to overcome in...
A Powerful Camp Prayer
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A Powerful Prayer

Our Great God
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Our Great God

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God's Secret Plan

If there is a loving God, why doesn't he just come down and stop all the strife and trouble and wrong doing on earth, and bring happiness and peace? Why doesn't He show Himself and prove once and for all…
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From Sap to Syrup

Using the analogy of the process of turning sap into syrup, Mr. McClain goes through our spiritual transformation. Using God's spirit in our lives we can be changed into the final product God has in mind for us.
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A Time of Engagement

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Climbing Over The Wall