The three parables of Matthew 25 instruct us on how to be ready and how to be so doing. They give us great insight on how to exercise judgment, mercy, faith with God and all humankind. So let's ask ourselves…
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Water From the Well of Life
Pentecost reminds us of the 'living water' of God's Holy Spirit that sustains us in these troubled times and strengthens us to do God's work.
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Lest We Forget
Is it because God makes miracles look so easy that we so easily forget them?
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Becoming "All Weather" Christians
Bad times drive some away from God, and good times draw others away. God wants us to stay with Him, through thick and thin.
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Christian Warfare
The Bible describes Christians as soldiers. Like any other soldier, they must learn to survive the inevitable battle to fight another day. What are the weapons of a Christian soldier, and how does a soldier for Christ define victory?
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Sowing in Fertile Ground
While working with Herbert Armstrong (a minister and evangelist) as his personal aide, I assisted him with many philanthropic projects. This project in particular continues to yield amazing fruit.
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Does God Help Those Who Help Themselves?
Does God want us to do our best or to sit back and wait for Him to do it?
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Profiles of Faith: Paul - Apostle to the Gentiles
When you read the book of Acts and Paul's letters, this perspective can serve as a backdrop and perhaps help you better understand why Paul was "all things to all men".
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This is the Way, Walk in It: One Moment in Time
Headlines about national and international issues are a daily fare, but every day, somewhere, events are occurring that affect some family for a lifetime. These events, whether for good or bad, take up the "headline space" in their family's personal...
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A Framework for Reconciliation
Reconciliation is possible if we approach each other in humility, determined not to give offense, in respect, in privacy, if need be with the help of others, with God's backing, in compassion and in a forgiving attitude.
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Profiles of Faith: Peter - From Fisherman to Fisher of Men
What does Peter's example mean for us? Can we see ourselves in Peter's experience as he stepped out of his boat onto the waves toward Jesus Christ? Do we see a parallel in standing for God and His truths?
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Walking on Water: Faith Over Physics
Think about this: Physically speaking, what are the chances that a human being could walk on water?
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What Is the Laodicean Problem?
Who is Laodicea?" has been a hot topic in the Church of God in recent decades. Could it be that too narrow a view of this topic has caused many to lose the broader—and more pertinent—message that Christ intended?
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Learning From the Suffering of Job
The suffering of a man named Job explains much about why character is more important in God's eyes than the discomfort and pain we experience in this life.
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Q&A: Members Marrying Nonmembers
What is the UCGIA's teaching about members marrying nonmembers?
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Teens Pursue Spirituality, But Without God?
Many teens want to live in ways that are healthy and moral, in spite of the example set by the adult generation. But are they choosing spirituality without God?
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Dealing With Objections to the Flood
How could Noah have fit all those animals into the ark?
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In Memory
Unfortunately, when people go through periods of deep despair, they often don't realize the support system that is available to them.
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Election Year Religion
God is "getting a lot of press" lately as the presidential candidates have brought religion into the campaign. Is the U.S. undergoing a significant change? Or are we witnessing politics as usual?