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How will this be?

HOW WILL THIS BE?   Luke 1:26-38   “How will this be?” That is a question we often ask. How are all these things in the Bible possible? Are these incredible miracles true? Does the supernatural really occur? How can this be? How? Mary can help us today. Mary is an example of faith. She heard the Word of God and she believed it. “I am the Lord’s servant,” she said. “May it be to me as you have said.” Mary had faith, a simple trust in the goodness and grace of God. We begin today with an angel named Gabriel. He was an archangel, one of God’s highest-ranking servants. God sends Gabriel to Nazareth, a little town in Galilee. It was just a little village in the middle of nowhere. Galilee was in the northern part of the land of Israel. The people down south in Jerusalem considered it the backwoods.

The Son Of God

“The Son of God Appeared to Destroy the Works of the Devil.” In the three Sundays of Advent leading up to that message I want to talk about three typical works to the devil. If we have a sober awareness of some of Satan’s most common works, we will appreciate Christmas all the more, because Christmas is a celebration of the truth that the Son of God came into the world to destroy the works of the devil. The work of the devil that we will expose today is his opposition to the Word of God when that Word is preached. Satan takes away the Word of God from people’s minds and hearts so that they cannot believe and be saved.

SUMMARY OF THE GOSPELS OF LUKE, MARK, AND MATTHEW:

The Gospel of Luke, or simply Luke, tells of the origins, birth, ministry, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ. Together with the Acts of the Apostles, it makes up a two-volume work which scholars call Luke–Acts and together they account for 27.5% of the New Testament. Most modern scholars agree that the traditional view is that it was Luke, the Evangelist and companion of Paul who was the author of the Gospel of Luke. Written to a Greek-speaking audience, but directing his attention specifically to Christian concerns rather than to the Greco-Roman world at large.

The Holy Spirit as My Comforter in Times of Trials

The Holy Spirit as My Comforter in Times of Trials   In the journey of life, we often encounter trials that test our faith, resilience, and emotional fortitude. During these challenging moments, many believers find solace and strength in the presence of the Holy Spirit, often referred to as the Comforter. This article explores the role of the Holy Spirit in providing comfort, guidance, and strength during difficult times, drawing upon biblical references and personal testimonies to illustrate this profound relationship.   Understanding the Holy Spirit   The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, co-equal and co-eternal with God the Father and God the Son. Throughout Scripture, the Holy Spirit is depicted as a counselor, helper, and guide. In John 14:16-17, Jesus promises His disciples that He will ask the Father to send them another Comforter, who will be with them forever. This Comforter is crucial for believers, acting as an ever-present source of strength and comfort.

La Gloria De Dios

La esperanza escatológica con respecto al hombre significa: hombre en tensión esperanzada hacia el último fin de la visión beatífica. Para nosotros, escatológicamente, significa nuestra verdad: Dios con nosotros en gloria.

La palabra de fe

LA PALABRA DE FE Algunas de nuestras supuestas oraciones no son las oraciones normales que solemos dar. Son lo que la Biblia llama una “palabra de fe”. La palabra de fe es cuando hablamos directamente de la situación, como Jesús enseñó en Mateo capítulo diecisiete. Una oración es cuando hacemos una petición a Dios. Esta breve “oración o palabra de fe no es hablarle a Dios sino hablarle a la enfermedad, al espíritu maligno o a la montaña en tu vida. Aunque no estés hablando directamente con Dios, aun así entra en la definición de oración porque Dios es quien responde. Hacer esto sin Dios sería una pérdida de tiempo. La palabra de fe es, a veces, espontánea. La persona que habla una palabra de fe comprende su autoridad en Cristo. Muchas veces, cuando oramos, le pedimos a Dios que haga exactamente lo que nos dijo que hiciéramos. Aquí es cuando debemos dar la “palabra de fe”. En el libro de Mateo, Jesús dijo: "Di a este monte". Repasemos este pasaje tan importante. Mateo 21:19-22 Y cuando vio una higuera en el camino, se acercó a ella, y no encontró nada en ella, sino sólo hojas, y le dijo: Nunca más crezca de ti fruto. Y al poco tiempo la higuera se secó. 20 Y cuando los discípulos vieron esto, se maravillaron, diciendo: ¡Cuán pronto se seca la higuera! 21 Respondió Jesús y les dijo: De cierto os digo, que si tenéis fe, y no dudéis, no sólo haréis esto que se le hace a la higuera, sino también si diréis a este monte: Quítate y échate en el mar; debe ser hecho. 22 Y todo lo que pidáis en oración, creyendo, lo recibiréis. Miremos de cerca los ejemplos de Jesús y cómo enseña este principio de la palabra de fe. En el versículo once, le habla a un objeto inanimado. ¿Tiene un árbol oídos para oír? En el reino espiritual, sí. ¿Como sabemos? Jesús le dijo al árbol: “Nunca más jamás crezca en ti fruto”. ¿Respondió el árbol? Sí lo hizo. Se marchitó y murió en el acto. Jesús ejemplificó audazmente lo que estaba enseñando. Entonces, les dijo (a nosotros) que habláramos con la montaña y la quitarían.  

Strategies for Christian Maturity: Proclamation, Warning, and Teaching in the Context of Christ-Centered Growth

Strategies for Christian Maturity: Proclamation, Warning, and Teaching in the Context of Christ-Centered Growth   Introduction to Christian Maturity   Therefore, this section within a section deals with the goal of the life that God gives in Jesus Christ. It is a message given in the context of the need of the church, that it might not only be saved itself, but also might participate in the saving of others. This is the essence of both maturity and discipleship. An integral part of the message we proclaim is the grand goal of all life, whether mothers work in homes, students go to school, workers occupy jobs, or leaders make decisions. All these activities, and a thousand more, exist to help the people of God grow in their understanding and realization of the glory of God. In fact, in many ways the total message of the Bible can be brought down to the single point of calling people to grow as mature Christians. It is certainly a good and valid approach to see the Scriptures focused upon mankind's sin and God's salvation. It is also right to concentrate upon the grand and glorious theme of divine love and its extension through Jesus Christ to everyone that believes. But beyond salvation, there must be life, for the whole purpose of salvation is life.  

The Impact of Censorship on Religious Expression in Modern Society

Do not forget that modern censorship is enacted now through a prism of secular life. And do not doubt for a single moment that secular and scientific living produces new systems of censorial control over religious expression. The message begins with a discussion of the influence of tacit human belief in the recent acts of scientific censorship via digital platforms. This, in turn, invites reflections on what modern, mostly Western media censorship now looks like and how that affects thought and lives. A short methodological overview and some historical perspective will follow. The meat of the essay will be spent exploring all these described connections and relational axes, and subsequently offer a case study in the form of the recent Austrian COVID laws. Finally, some concluding notes discuss future considerations for media censorship in times of religious revival.

Nocturnal Terror Dreams: Finding Peace Through Faith

Hi all, welcome to A Voice in the Desert. It’s a pleasure to have you join us today in sharing God’s word with you. It's our sincerest desire that today’s message will uplift you, strengthen your faith, and guide you in your walk with Jesus Christ. And now we leave you with our host in today’s message: relax and enjoy. Hi, welcome to A Voice in the Desert. Great to be with you, as always. Today, we’re going to be speaking about the word of God, like we always do when we gather together. The topic of today’s message is nocturnal terror dreams. As a Christian minister, it’s my duty to address this issue with wisdom and guidance rooted in the word of God. Let us delve into this profound subject and seek solace and understanding in the scriptures.

Moral decay in the Christian church

Hello, welcome to a voice in the desert, a pleasure to be with you again and today we are going to be talking about the next message and the message is: titled: moral decay in the Christian church. Moral decline in the Christian church is a discouraging reality that demands our attention and action. The church, once a beacon of moral guidance and unwavering principles, now finds itself easing with a glare of problems that threaten its integrity and credibility. This decline can be attributed to several reasons, And it is crucial that we confront them directly to restore the Moral foundations of the church. First, a weakening commitment to biblical teachings has eroded the moral fabric of the Christian church in search of revelation and acceptance.