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Waters of Awakening: Pilgrimage to Bethany Beyond the Jordan's Sacred Shores

Step into biblical history at Bethany Beyond the Jordan, Jordan's UNESCO gem where John baptized Jesus. Wander John the Baptist Spring's oasis, ascend Elijah's Hill for prophetic vistas, immerse in the Jordan River's timeless flow, and reflect in the Orthodox Church of St. John. This intimate travelogue blends archaeology, faith, and desert serenity—ideal for spiritual seekers tracing the Gospels' dawn.

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Bondservants of Jesus Christ: A Life at His Feet, Bearing One's Cross

Explore the profound call to be bondservants (doulos) of Jesus, blending humility, cross-carrying sacrifice, and discipleship. Drawing from NT apostles’ self-identifications, Hebraic rabbi traditions like “sitting at the feet,” and Jesus’ teachings on denial and imitation, this article reveals transformative submission—voluntary bondage leading to eternal freedom in Christ.

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Knowing Jesus Christ and Making Him Known: The Church's True Mission Beyond Culture Wars

This article critiques modern U.S. Christianity's shift toward political activism and cultural dominance, arguing the church's true mission is to proclaim (PREACH) the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to make disciples, not enforce morality. Drawing from Scripture, Church Fathers, history (e.g., Constantine, Crusades), and Luther, it calls for evangelism over culture wars, emphasizing heart transformation through repentance.

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What Does It Mean to Be a Christian?

True Christianity demands sacrifice, not showmanship. Early Church Fathers like Ignatius and Polycarp lived Christ’s call, bearing crosses amid persecution. Today’s U.S. “Christians” often flaunt faith for profit, not action. Reject hypocrisy; embrace costly discipleship to honor the Gospel.

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Faith in Crisis: U.S. Christianity’s 2025 Echoes of Luther’s Reformation

In 2025, U.S. Christianity faces a crisis akin to the pre-Reformation Catholic Church, marked by the unscriptural Trump revival myth, megachurch decadence, and scandals. Small churches, rooted in repentance, offer hope for renewal, echoing Luther’s call for authenticity in a fragmented, spectacle-driven faith landscape.

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The Babylonian Deception: Straying from the Gospel’s Simplicity

The Babylonian system lures Christians from the gospel’s simplicity with materialism and pride, neutralizing its power to save, heal, and deliver. This conclusion to a 3-part series, citing Galatians 3:1-3 and 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, urges believers to reject deception and embrace Christ’s truth for freedom.

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Part 3: Contemporary Manifestations, Critique, and Faithful Alternatives

Part 3 examines the Babylonian system in modern mega-churches, media, & Christian movies, with Joni Lamb & Todd Coontz’s excesses. A theological critique & faithful examples like Keith Moore’s free ministry inspire resistance. Learn to reject worldly values & embrace Christ’s truth in this finale.

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Part 1: Defining the Babylonian System and Its Early Infiltration

Part 1 defines the Babylonian system—materialism, pride, compromise—via Revelation 18 & Ezekiel 28. Trace its roots in ancient Babylon & Tyre, then its infiltration into the early church & medieval corruption. See how wealth & power sowed seeds of rebellion, setting the stage for modern excesses.

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The Last Day: The Second Coming of Jesus Christ

The Last Day heralds Jesus Christ’s glorious return, the Day of the Lord, when the righteous rise and the unrepentant face judgment. Scripture warns of this dreadful day, urging readiness. Will you stand when the heavens open? Repent now, for the King is coming!

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The Gospel of Jesus Christ: Definition, Doctrine, Declaration, and Demonstration

The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the powerful good news of His victory over sin and death. Defined as a world-shaping proclamation, its doctrine centers on Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection. Declared with the power of God and urgency, it demands demonstration through acts of the Holy Spirit, signs and wonders, calling all to repent and be saved!

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Metrics That Matter Most

Discover the divine metrics that matter most in the Gospels. From the widow’s sacrificial mites to Lazarus’ intimate friendship with Jesus, explore how God values heartfelt devotion, humility, endurance, love, and obedience over worldly success. This article unveils biblical principles for a life aligned with God’s heart.

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