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The Advent of Hope

The first candle of Advent represents hope: the expectation of a Messiah, a savior figure who would someday rescue Israel.

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How to Read Scripture for Breakthrough

If you’re looking for breakthrough in your everyday life – with thoughts, emotions, or habits – don’t just try harder in the moment of crisis. Discipline your thought life with the spiritual habits around scripture.

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Divine Election: Conditional or Unconditional?

The word “election” refers to the process of choosing. The Bible teaches that God chooses those who believe. But is God’s choice unconditional, based only on his own will? Or is God’s choice conditional, based on some quality or action of the person who is saved?

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What Was the Maccabean Revolt?

The Maccabean Revolt, also known as the Maccabean Rebellion or the Hasmonean Revolt, was a Jewish uprising against the Seleucid Empire that took place in the 2nd century BCE. It is a significant event in Jewish history and is commemorated by the holiday of Hanukkah.

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Son of David (Mark 12:35-37)

In Mark 12:35-37 it’s Jesus’ turn to ask the questions, and he begins with a question about the Messiah. It causes us to ask a question of our own: do we have Jesus right?

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How To Pray For Breakthrough

If you’re looking for breakthrough in your everyday life – with thoughts, emotions, or habits – look to the ancient secret of spiritual disciplines. Train yourself on the spiritual discipline of prayer.

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The Meaning of “Soul” in Hebrew

In the Bible, a “soul” isn’t something you have; it’s something you are. To love God with all of your “Nephesh” is to go beyond a superficial faith and make a “soul-level” commitment.

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Stressed – Managing Emotional Stress

Emotional stress comes in many forms-depression, anxiety, grief, guilt and shame. This type of stress is often fueled by a lack of self-esteem, trauma, ruminating over past mistakes or a fear of failure.

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