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[kingdomoftheheavens]

Moron Mutual Imprisonment: Binding and Loosing and Church Discipline are Parts of the Same Context, Matthew 18:15-20

Matthew 18:15-20 prescribes a procedure by which an offended party is to seek the repentance of, and reconciliation with, any believer who has offended against them. When it fails, both parties are bound to the offense.

The point to be made by this post is really quite simple: Jesus’ statement that the things we bind on earth will be bound in heaven and the things we set loose on earth will be loosed in heaven was made in a very specific context, namely, discipline exercised by the whole church collectively: 15 “If your brother sins against you, go, show him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to…

[cynthiabaileyrug]

Sometimes Its Ok To Apologize For Someone Who Refuses To Apologize

Have you ever found yourself apologizing for someone who refuses to apologize? Perhaps you witnessed someone being treated unfairly or rudely, & you felt compelled to apologize on behalf of the offender.  This can be a difficult situation to navigate, especially when the person in question is a friend, family member, or romantic partner.  However, I believe that sometimes it’s ok to apologize for…

[craigtowens]

The Fullness Of God’s Glory

How many trivial things would fall to the side when we realize how unimportant they are in comparison to the eternal importance of God’s glory!

And one [angel] called out to another and said, “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord of armies. The whole earth is full of His glory.” And the foundations of the thresholds trembled at the voice of him who called out, while the temple was filling with smoke. Then I said, “Woe to me, for I am ruined! Because I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the…

[2olivetrees]

What Repentance Truly Means

Jesus began His ministry by preaching “Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” (Matt. 4:17) This is verified by Mark’s gospel account in Mark 1:14-15. What should be obvious is how important the concept of repentance is to the good news Jesus Christ preached.   The word repent was translated from the Greek word metanoeo which means to think differently or afterwards; I.e. reconsider…

[biblebloodhound]

Be Merciful (Jonah 4:1-11)

Do you have a right to be angry?

Jonah was really upset and angry. So he prayed: Our Lord, I knew from the very beginning that you wouldn’t destroy Nineveh. That’s why I left my own country and headed for Spain. You are a kind and merciful God, and you are very patient. You always show love, and you don’t like to punish anyone. Now let me die! I’d be better off dead. The Lord replied, “What right do you have to be…

[markmcole]

Is God On Your Side?

It’s a question that many people ponder, whether consciously or unconsciously: “Is God on my side?” In Psalm 56:9, David confidently declares, “This I know: God is on my side!” This statement, written during a period of intense fear and uncertainty, reflects a deep truth about God’s relationship with His people. But how can we know if God is truly on our side, and what does that mean for our…

[ryanranney]

The Flame of the Virtuous Woman

I stand in the darkness of my own creation wraith unbound It is that my eyes were aflame with all that I may consume The cold, the heat, the island ye even death that which uncomforts a man are the allies of my unchaste heart beating with the blood of the forsaken Oh that the dust of such as I does linger held by the lunacy of the earth toiled in unrepentant vengeance of that surpassed recoil…

[granonine]

Thirty-One Kings

Joshua 12:7-24. And these are the kings of the country which Joshua and the children of Israel smote on this side Jordan on the west, from Baalgad in the valley of Lebanon even unto the mount Halak, that goeth up to Seir; which Joshua gave unto the tribes of Israel for a possession according to their divisions; In the mountains, and in the valleys, and in the plains, and in the springs, and in…

[learning2walkdaily]

November 11th- sin now has a different kind of presence; it has an eternal effect

Romans 7: 6But now we have been released from the Law, having died to that by which we were bound, so that we serve in newness of the Spirit and not in oldness of the letter. 7What shall we say then? Is the Law sin? May it never be! On the contrary, I would not have come to know sin except through the Law; for I would not have known about coveting if the Law had not said, “YOU SHALL NOT COVET.”…

[owprinceministries]

I am YHVH'S Servant Exclusively

[carlocarrasco]

A look at Israel's recent attack on military targets in Iran in response to the terrorist state's two attacks

Here is a collective look at Israel’s strategic response against terrorist state Iran citing credible sources. Pay close attention to the details. Do not be misled by the Islamo-Leftist and wicked forces of the world. Remember that Iran launched not one but two massive attacks of ballistic missiles against Israel this year. This past weekend’s attack on military targets in Iran were very…

[ekechi]

Healed by His Wounds

Brokenness. We see it all around us. We experience it ourselves: in our relationships, in our dreams, in our bodies. And yet, something happened over two thousand years ago that still has the power to heal that brokenness.     1 Peter 2:24 says, “He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed.”  Jesus…

[alandemoss]

5 Shocking Reasons Your Preacher Isn’t Preaching the True Gospel (And What You Can Do About It)

1. Preaching Works Instead of Grace – If your pastor emphasizes working harder, giving more, or doing more to “earn” God’s favor, they’re missing the point. The true Gospel is about salvation by grace through faith, not a performance checklist. 2. Using Fear as a Control Tactic– The Gospel is good news—so why does your church rely on fear of hell to keep you in line? Jesus preached love and…

[mindfulldsliving]

Jesus Christ’s Visit to Nephites: Key Insights from 3 Nephi 10-11

Jesus Christ appeared to the people of Nephi in the land of Bountiful, marking one of the most profound events in the entire Book of Mormon. It's a moment that reflects not only a fulfillment of prophecy but also a reassurance of divine presence and love

Jesus Christ’s Appearance in 3 Nephi: Insights and Parallels In the sacred narrative of 3 Nephi 10-11, we find a transformative moment that forever shaped Nephite history and Christian theology. Jesus Christ appeared to the people of Nephi in the land of Bountiful, marking one of the most profound events in the entire Book of Mormon. It’s a moment that reflects not only a fulfillment of prophecy…

[biblebloodhound]

Third Sunday of Advent - The Ministry of John the Baptist (Luke 3:7-18)

It has always been humanity’s responsibility and obligation to love, not hate; serve, not always looking to be served; and showing mercy, not revenge.

St. John the Baptist Preaching, by Giovanni Battista Gaulli (1639-1709) John said to the crowds coming out to be baptized by him, “You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the coming wrath? Therefore, bear fruits worthy of repentance, and do not begin to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our ancestor,’ for I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up children to…

[kdmiller55]

The Impeccable Timing of God

1 Then all Israel gathered together to David at Hebron and said, “Behold, we are your bone and flesh. 2 In times past, even when Saul was king, it was you who led out and brought in Israel. And the Lord your God said to you, ‘You shall be shepherd of my people Israel, and you shall be prince over my people Israel.’” 3 So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, and David made a…