Discover the transformative power of the Bible, our unwavering guide in the journey of faith. 2 Timothy 3:16 reveals the Bible as a divine inspiration, essential for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, ensuring we are fully equipped for every good deed. Join us to explore how reading and applying the Bible's teachings can profoundly impact our lives, fostering growth and righteousness. To watch the full video and embrace the path of divine wisdom, paste this link into your browser: https://youtu.be/WJNZ__dWTrY Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEQpFWyCNI0
4 Effective Strategies for Managing Anger
We all get angry, and anger can be very destructive to your relationships, so we would like to give you 4 practical ways you can use to de-escalate your anger. Check it out! Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IioeXK1tXzM
John Matteson: The Unlikely Apostle to Scandinavia
by Yvonne Johansson Öster | 16 July 2024 | Kristiania, Norway, July 1879 ”The night we were waiting, my wife and I could not go to bed. Around 12 we went down to the harbor to look if they had arrived.”[1] The couple paced forth and back for six hours along the quay— “and then […] Source: https://atoday.org/john-matteson-the-unlikely-apostle-to-scandinavia/
Wednesday: Sandwich Story: Part 1
Daily Lesson for Wednesday 17th of July 2024
Read Mark 3:20-35. What connection do you see between the two stories intertwined in this passage?
This passage is the first “sandwich story” in Mark, where one story is begun and then is interrupted by another story, with the first story completed only afterward.
The outer story is about Jesus’ relatives setting out to take charge of Him because they think He is out of His mind (Mark 3:21). The inner story is about the scribes from Jerusalem charging Jesus with being in collusion with the devil. (Today’s study focuses on the inner story found in Mark 3:22-30.)
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In Mark 3:22, the scribes bring the charge that Jesus’ healing power comes from the devil. Jesus responds first with an overarching question: “How can Satan cast out Satan?” It does not make sense that Satan would work against himself. Jesus proceeds to speak about division within a kingdom, a house, and Satan himself, showing how absurd such division would be for their success. But then the Lord turns the tables and talks about binding a strong man in order to plunder his house. In this last example, Jesus is the thief entering Satan’s house, binding the prince of darkness to set his captives free.
Read Mark 3:28-30. What is the unpardonable sin, and what does that mean?
The unpardonable sin is the sin against the Holy Spirit, calling the work of the Spirit the work of the devil. Notice that in Mark 3:30 the reason Jesus makes His statement in Mark 3:28-29 is because the scribes are saying that He has an unclean spirit when in reality He has the Holy Spirit. If you call the work of the Holy Spirit the work of the devil, then you will not listen to the Holy Spirit because no one in his or her right mind wants to follow the devil’s guidance.
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Why does the fear that you might have committed the “unpardonable sin” reveal that you have not committed it? Why is the fear itself evidence that you haven’t? |
(1)Source: https://ssnet.org/blog/24c-03-sandwich-story-part-1/
The Power of Local Radio: Adventist World Radio’s Journey in Tanzania
Adventist World Radio was introduced to Tanzania in 1993, marking the first non-government radio broadcast in the country. Over 25 years later, a team of dedicated locals operates ten stations across Tanzania, broadcasting in Swahili and Maasai, allowing thousands of people to listen to programs in their native language. The radio work has led to thousands of baptisms, sparking excitement among many Seventh-day Adventist churches who are eager to participate in some way
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We are Adventist World Radio, dedicated to sending the gospel to every corner of the world, even in the most remote and inaccessible locations. Through radio broadcasts, Cell Phone Evangelism, Godpods, and Digital Evangelism on various social media platforms, we're striving to reach millions across the world in their native languages. Since we started broadcasting back in 1975, we've seen and heard some truly inspirational stories of people who've experienced life-changing encounters with God. Regardless of their beliefs or professions, we have seen God reach a pagan chieftain, a witch, a professional assassin, and even rebels. Witness God’s work at AWR, from broadcast to baptism. #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=348GyBB_VkM
