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Seasons are a common grace of life

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By Elizabeth Prata

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I love to look at the scenery as I drive. I live in a rural area and instead of the waves on the ocean that I used to see in my former state of Maine, I see rolling pastures and waves of wildflowers. As I trundled up the road, I viewed fields embrowned with crunchy grass heated under a southern sun. The horses grazing in the pasture swishing their tails in a synchronized busy back and forth, swatting away the buzzing flies bothering them under the southern sun. Wrinkled balloons tied to a mailbox bobbed hopefully in the heat, welcoming someone to a shower or a graduation or birthday.

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What will become of the devil? Satan’s end

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By Elizabeth Prata

SYNOPSIS

The content outlines the history and future of Satan, originally an angel named Lucifer who rebelled against God. It describes his declarations, fall, and ongoing efforts to oppose God. Key events include the Great Tribulation, his temporary power over the earth, and eventual defeat, culminating in eternal torment in the Lake of Fire.

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Understanding Satan: The Fall of Lucifer

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By Elizabeth Prata

Part 1: I will vs. I AM

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SYNOPSIS

The content explores the origins and fall of Satan, originally known as Lucifer, a beautiful cherub created by God. Due to pride and slander against God, he became evil and was cast down. Despite his fall, Satan continues to have limited access to heaven, operating under God’s authority until a final judgment. Part 2 of 3. Part 1 below

Satan’s ‘I Will’ Statements vs. Jesus’ ‘I Am’ Declarations
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Satan’s ‘I Will’ Statements vs. Jesus’ ‘I Am’ Declarations

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By Elizabeth Prata

SYNOPSIS

The post contrasts Satan’s five “I will” declarations of ambition against Jesus’ seven “I am” statements of identity. While Satan aims to elevate himself above God, Jesus reveals His nature and role as the bread of life, light of the world, and good shepherd, emphasizing divine truth versus deceitful aspirations.

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1 Timothy: Women Preaching as Pastor or as a Guest Violates Scripture, even with “Permission”

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By Elizabeth Prata

SYNOPSIS

The article discusses the misinterpretations of 1 Timothy 2:11-12 regarding women’s roles in the church. It critiques arguments allowing women to teach or preach under male authority, emphasizing adherence to biblical authority and order. The essay cites theologians like John Piper and John MacArthur, reinforcing traditional views on gender roles in ministry.

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The Clarity of Scripture Explained

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By Elizabeth Prata

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The essay explains the term “perspicuity of scripture,” stating that the Bible is intelligible to all believers through the Holy Spirit’s guidance. While some passages may be complex, overall understanding is accessible to everyone with diligence and prayer. This concept counters the need for exclusive interpretations or codes, promoting personal exploration of scripture.

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Is the Bible as water through a pipe to you?

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By Elizabeth Prata

Here is a quote by George Muller. I focused on the part that said ‘water through a pipe’.

As the outward man is not fit for work for any length of time unless he eats, so is with the inner man. What is the food for the inner man? Not prayer, but the Word of God-not the simple reading of the Word of God, so that it only passes through our minds, just as water runs through a pipe. No, we must consider what we read, ponder over it, and apply it to our hearts.

― George Muller, The Autobiography of George Muller

Do you read the Bible as water runs through a pipe? The words just gushing through your mind on their way to somewhere else? Sometimes I do. I finish a paragraph and realize it hasn’t ‘sunk in’. We must not allow the word to run through our brain in one ear and out the other, as water runs through a pipe. We should absorb the word like a sponge. Hold onto it, keep it, treasure it.

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Here are a few resources for you-

Stephen Altrogge at Bible Study Tools
How to Understand the Bible

Grace To You:
How to Study the Bible: Cultivating truth, 4 sermon series

GotQuestions:
What is the Proper Way to Study the Bible?

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Queen Vashti vs. Salome: A Study on Im/modesty and Consequences

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By Elizabeth Prata

SYNOPSIS

In Esther chapter 1, King Ahasuerus hosts a lavish banquet, leading to Queen Vashti’s refusal to display herself before drunken guests, highlighting her modesty. This refusal results in her being set aside, contrasting with Salome’s eager dance display at Herod’s feast. The narratives emphasize the consequences of alcohol and the importance of modesty.

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The Risks of Spotlighting The Faith of New Converts like Nala Ray

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By Elizabeth Prata

SYNOPSIS

I critique Turning Point USA’s Young Women’s Leadership Summit decision to include new convert Nala Ray on their speaker panel. I warn that new converts like Ray should not be put into leadership/authority roles too soon, emphasizing the need for care and nurturing in a less hectic environment. New converts, famous or not, should be exhorted to settle into a church pew during their faith journey.

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