Tag Archives: Jesus

Jesus Broke The Law – or did he?

Posted on August 19, 2019 by grahamAlive

It is one of those disturbing questions that haunt the theology and teaching of many Christians. Did Jesus perfectly keep the Mosaic Law? It seems unthinkable to even ask such a question, since it is rightly believed that he always … Continue reading →

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Every Sin Forgiven, Except

Posted on May 26, 2019 by grahamAlive

There are dramatic reasons for eye shadow. Whether applied by a stage actor, or an adolescent looking for attention, or even by a prostitute, there is something well known about carefully applied eye shadow: it draws greater attention from others … Continue reading →

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Who I AM?

Posted on May 9, 2019 by grahamAlive

Questions are often recognized as the most powerful tool of human language. Whether through the Socratic method, or through some form of art that raises unexpected thoughts in the observer’s mind, questions confront assumptions and cause us to seek answers. … Continue reading →

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Mystery of Jesus as Lord

Posted on April 29, 2019 by grahamAlive

Many call Jesus Lord. Few really understand what they are saying. The name Lord, much like the name God, into whatever language or culture it is spoken, carries a wide range of intended meanings. As a pastor recently taught in … Continue reading →

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So You Want To Be A Minister

Posted on February 24, 2018 by grahamAlive

In reflection of the legacy of Billy Graham, the well-known traveling preacher who passed away this week at the age of 99, the subject is raised of how one becomes a minister of the Lord. How is the next generation … Continue reading →

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Salvation Formation

Posted on February 22, 2018 by grahamAlive

Of any promise that has ever been made, the greatest is the offer to live forever with every desire fulfilled. So goes the fairy tale…and they lived happily ever after. So also is God’s promise of salvation! The sting of … Continue reading →

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Direction Of Pleasure – a commentary on worship and entertainment

Posted on April 6, 2015 by grahamAlive

It’s all about finding that sweet spot. Each of us is different, but we all look for those things, experiences, and relationships that please us. Life worth living can often be measured in terms of how we feel and how … Continue reading →

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Cold Love in the Face of Global Warming

Posted on February 25, 2015 by grahamAlive

All the reports over the past week are thousands of miles away. A Christian missionary is kidnapped in Nigeria by those angry with what she represents. Christians in Libya are attacked and decapitated for world-wide viewing. Dozens of Christians are … Continue reading →

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To Be or Not Be Christian

Posted on November 22, 2014 by grahamAlive

That is the question. To be Christian is a declaration of the Spirit of God, not a claim established by you or me. It has taken over two years, at our family-pace, to study through the concepts presented in the … Continue reading →

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You Win!

Posted on June 3, 2014 by grahamAlive

The biggest lottery payout ever, and you win. There is no question about it, the announcement was to you. You are it. Your wildest dreams have just come true. The only issue…who is you? You is not always you. That … Continue reading →

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