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In-depth examinations of Scripture, textual reliability, theological themes, and defense of biblical doctrine.
Humility Paid Members Public
Humility Roland Clarke Humble “words aptly spoken are like apples of gold in a silver setting” (Prov. 25:11) This paper was originally presented immediately after a session based on Solomon's observation that God has planted eternity in man's heart. If the human quest for immortality
God is Hospitable: Shouldn't we also be hospitable? Paid Members Public
God is Hospitable: Shouldn't we also be hospitable? Roland Clarke Let's begin by reading four well known scriptures on hospitality. While reading these verses remember that the Greek word rendered hospitality in English is 'philoxenia.' Literally it means 'love of strangers.' Hebrews
A Heart for Eternity Paid Members Public
A Heart for Eternity Roland Clarke Introduction Most of us are familiar with the story where Jesus met a Samaritan woman at a well. He began the conversation by simply asking for a cup of water and then unwrapped the gift of God – eternal life. Isn't it amazing
God's Peace Plan Paid Members Public
God's Peace Plan Roland Clarke Introduction One of the precious themes Christians enjoy meditating on is shalom or peace. If I were to ask a congregation, “What Bible verse comes to mind when you think of peace, I would collect quite an assortment – a beautiful bouquet – of familiar
Give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18) Paid Members Public
Give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18) Roland Clarke Anyone who knows Muslims well has probably observed that they value thankfulness as a virtue. I was reminded of this when a Christian friend, we'll call Joe, recounted meeting a Muslim named Tarik in a coffee shop.
Proclaim Freedom Paid Members Public
Proclaim Freedom Roland Clarke Jesus Christ proclaimed “that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free...” (Luke 4:18) Another statement about freedom reads, “So, if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.” (John 8:36) It is abundantly clear
Following the Star Paid Members Public
Following the Star Roland Clarke You've probably heard about the wise men who discovered a special star. This star was a sign that a King had been born. You may wonder why the magi decided to take a very long journey to find this special person. There are
How shall we escape? Paid Members Public
How shall we escape? Roland Clarke According to the Bible and the Qur'an righteous people have to endure various kinds of hardship, suffering and persecution but ultimately they are saved. In my recent article, A closer look at the rainbow, I looked at Lot as an example of