Practical application of Pentecostal theology in politics, economy and social issues
For the majority of people comfortably familiar with the setting of churches some three decades ago, the present-day scene brings little cheer. Watered-down sermons, loud music, and teachings from sources other than the Living Word account for an unwelcome norm. It has gone way beyond this pathetic state in very recent times. The serious consequences […]
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It is Maundy Thursday as I write; this is the time many Christians remember the death, burial, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. Do they really take to their hearts the true significance of it all, especially in the times they live in? Are they cognizant of the sin nature which was addressed on […]
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Literal interpretation of Biblical verses goes hand in hand with total belief and unquestioning acceptance of the Living Word. When we interpret Scripture through the exclusive lens of the Almighty God, there is that empowerment and enabling of the Holy Spirit. Through this God-ordained process, our faith is incrementally bolstered as we mature spiritually. There […]
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All of us who are patiently waiting for our redemption cannot avoid this clear and present reality – godlessness has gone way over the roof! Multitudes simply brush aside any mention of the salvation that is in Jesus Christ. While some dismiss the truth as fairy tales, there are others that deem this as misinformation. […]
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“For when they speak great swelling words of emptiness, they allure through the lusts of the flesh, through lewdness, the ones who have actually escaped from those who live in error. While they promise liberty, they themselves are slaves of corruption; for by whom a person is overcome, by him also he is brought into […]
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Several months ago, I did a hefty shake-up of my mobile phone. That familiar number was history; a recycled one took its place. The only problem I had was an outstanding amount reminder addressed to the previous holder of that number. A flurry of emails followed, but by the grace of God, it was resolved […]
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Perceptions, preferences, biases, affinities and aversions are inescapable facets of being human. A summation of all these characteristics produces mindsets; some can be subtle, while others do stand out prominently. Everyone has a distinct way of looking at things, so much for variations in opinions. There may be areas of commonality, but do not expect […]
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“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, because although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and […]
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Some of us still have quite a bit of baggage from our heathen past to contend with after giving our lives to the Lord Jesus Christ. Traditions handed down from our ancestors are part and parcel of this unwelcome package. For those who walk in the Living Word, the enabling and empowerment of the Holy […]
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For a considerable period of time, that cabal of evil elitists has yielded much success in their nefarious pursuits. For the unschooled spectator, the World Economic Forum would look like a respectable non-governmental organization with decent objectives for the benefit of the human race. The ‘you will own nothing and be happy’ tagline could be […]
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The world, as everyone is familiar with, has now ended up in the pages of history. A new normal that has quite an unpleasant aftertaste is almost set to be hanging around for some time. For the many that believe in the pre-tribulation rapture of the church, the state of the planet in its current […]
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“For when they speak great swelling words of emptiness, they allure through the lusts of the flesh, through lewdness, the ones who have actually escaped from those who live in error. While they promise liberty, they themselves are slaves of corruption; for by whom a person is overcome, by him also he is brought into […]
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