By Elizabeth Prata
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I review John Bunyan’s “The Greatness of the Soul,” a challenging yet rewarding Puritan work. I mention the emotional and intellectual demands of reading unedited texts from the 17th century, advocating for their spiritual richness. I encourage readers to incorporate such literature into their routine for personal growth.
By Elizabeth Prata
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In this reflection, I highlight Peter’s acknowledgment of Jesus as the sole source of eternal life, emphasizing the importance of steadfastness in faith. Those who turn away from Christ are warned of severe consequences. The piece underscores that true fulfillment and guidance can only be found in Jesus, the Holy One of God.
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The article highlights the complex workings of cells, particularly through the animation “The Inner Life of the Cell,” which showcases scientific animation’s potential. Ultimately, it reveals the Creator’s intelligence in creating these complex systems.
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I discuss the necessity of spiritual discernment, wisdom, and readiness in today’s challenging times. Believers should be rooted in scripture, cherish their relationship with Jesus, and remain vigilant. Encouragement, kindness, and sharing faith are crucial as we navigate difficulties, anticipating Christ’s return and the opportunities to reflect His love amidst despair of the lost.
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Lately, people really need encouragement and grace more than ever. Let’s give it to them just as we would like to receive it from other people when we are in a bad way.
Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them. (Hebrews 7:25)
As for my other security blanket in addition to prayer, it is reading His word. There is nothing like it. The recurring refrain in the Psalm is:
“his steadfast love endures forever”
He loves us–(a gift in itself!)
His love is steadfast; faithful, immovable–(amazing!)
His love is forever; speaking to His eternality. (FOREVER!!)
My oh my, what a gift. No wonder the psalmist spends so much time in exhorting thanks! The Psalm continues to outline His attributes and His works. It is just beautiful. I posted it below so you can read it here. Friends, if you are going through something, or hurting, or just plain weak and tired, read the Psalms. Read the word. Pray. Here is Psalm 136. I hope it blesses you.
By Elizabeth Prata
‘My little girl fell overboard!” This is not something any parent wants to experience. A family aboard the Disney Dream cruise ship was on Deck 4, playing shuffleboard. It was a sunny, calm morning on June 29 as the ship headed back from The Bahamas to Fort Lauderdale. The mom saw her 5-year-old girl clamber on to the 5’ porthole ledge, then horrifyingly, fall into the ocean. Yelling to the dad, without a second’s hesitation, dad jumped into the ocean after her.
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Louis Brandeis famously stated, “Those who won our independence believed liberty to be the secret of happiness and courage to be the secret of liberty.” This quote, often cited in discussions about freedom and self-governance, emphasizes that liberty is both a means and an end, and that courage is essential to both achieving and maintaining it, according to The National Constitution Center.
I am grateful to have lived in the most free country in the world to date. Our freedom to assemble, speak, and worship are liberties we enjoy.
But Brandeis was wrong. The secret to happiness is not freedom in political power, but freedom from sin. It’s an internal freedom, not an external one.
Granted, being jailed is an unhappy event. Paul was jailed though, and he sang, wrote about joy, and praised the Lord. Joseph was in jail and prospered.
Let us celebrate the Founders’ principles today on Independence Day but also celebrate our freedom in Christ. Thank the Founders, but praise the Lord.
By Elizabeth Prata
Love: A Biblical perspective, here
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. (Galatians 5:22-23).
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Theological literacy for believers is important, particularly understanding key biblical concepts and even common words we think we understand. Common terms, like goodness, often differ in biblical context from cultural interpretations. Central to this is the Fruit of the Spirit, with love as a primary characteristic manifesting through believers, reflecting God’s nature and sacrificial commitment. Let’s look at Goodness today.
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In this essay, I discuss the fact of God’s transcendence and relational nature of Jesus. While He possesses incommunicable attributes making Him totally ‘other’, Jesus also intimately connects with individuals, as shown in Mark 6:48. He sees and cares for His sheep, offering comfort and encouragement, reminding believers of His personal presence and compassion for each person.
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The article discusses the internet and social media. It highlights influencer Hannah Ricketts’ negative review of Nobu Hotel, which sparked significant public response which reflected the power of social media influencing. I warn about the influence of false teachers on believers, emphasizing the need for vigilance against misleading influences in today’s digital age.
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