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How did Abraham achieve the prominence of Genesis 23:6?

In Genesis 23, we find Abraham wanting to bury his wife Sarah. He wanted a burial place among the sons of Heth. We find these words in Genesis 23:6 spoken to Abraham by the men at the gate: “Hear us, my lord: You are a mighty prince among... »

God’s Remedy for Earth’s 7,000 Languages

Worldwide, more than 7,000 languages are spoken in 195 different countries (Genesis 11:7). Wonderfully, the Bible—or portions of it—has been translated into more than 3,000 of these tongues; in some form. Christians are found in most of the nationaliti... »

How we replanted and refocused to be more on-mission (part 2)

Posted on December 29, 2007 by travjohnson Growing up in Homestead had its advantages. I knew the town and the people in a way that demographics cannot explain. I knew the challenges, the struggles, and while me Espanol es muy malo, I still spoke the language of this diverse, transient, wonderful place. Continue reading → Filed under: church of god, church planting, missional church | Leave a comm... »

Does God order that infants be dashed to pieces in Hosea 13:16?

Three days ago I got into an argument with my Atheist friend, who said that God orders that infants be dashed to pieces and that every women with child shall be ripped open, does God order this to happen as punishment or is this a prophecy... »