…for God is love, in this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him.
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The Other BABY
It is that time of year when almost every household goes for the end-of-the year holiday, as well as prepare for the Christmas celebration. It is the time of the year when we remember the birth of Jesus Christ. But, have you ever wondered that before Christ’s birth, there was the birth of another baby. That was the birth of His cousin, John (the Baptist, as he was later known as). Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 49”
The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 48
Bring Your FRIENDS TO CHURCH
Jesus’ final words, prior to His Ascension to Heaven, commanded His disciples to “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature,” (Mk 16:20). Our Saviour’s entire concern is for the salvation of the world that He created. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 48”
Psalm 16 : 5
The LORD is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou maintainest my lot.
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God’s Word Regarding Same-Sex Relationships
In the middle of last week, 61.6% of Australians took a decisive step towards legislating same-sex marriage. By Christmas, the Australian Parliament, with their Prime Minister leading, will consider the same-sex marriage Bill promising marriage equality for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgenders (LGBT). Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 47”
Proverbs 3 : 12
For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.
Ecclesiastes 12 : 13
Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man.
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A Discussion of the Word, “Grace”
Grace comes from “charis” (in Greek) and its verb form “chairo” means to rejoice. In English it is translated as “charity.” Beggars need “charity” even as sinners need grace, for we are all spiritual paupers outside of Christ, but “God gives where he finds empty hands,” said Augustine. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 46”
The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 45
Martin Luther’s Theology of Music
Music is a powerful gift to the church. Martin Luther recognized the importance of this powerful gift and it is clear from his writings that he had a deep concern for it. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XV : 45”
