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What is repentance?

The Greek word translated repent literally means to change your mind. That is also an accurate description of repentance. In modern terms, it is a change of mindset, a changing of your paradigm.

Jesus / Perfection / Psalms / Questions / Redemption / Romans / Salvation / Sin
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What does the parable of the Prodigal Son mean?

Many wonder about the meaning of the parable of the prodigal son that is recorded in Luke 15. Who does Jesus emphasize in this well-known story?

Bible / Ephesians / Forgiveness / Love / Luke / Parables / Questions / Redemption / Videos
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What does redemption really mean?

Many people fail this simple test; will you?

Galatians / Hearts Test / Jeremiah / Jesus / Matthew / Perfection / Questions / Redemption / Romans / Salvation / Sin / Videos
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Does God keep an account of my sins?

Scientists say the deepest part of the ocean is over 39,000 feet down which translates to about eight miles down. That’s a long way down.

Guilt / Micah / Questions / Sin
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Do my works mean anything for my salvation?

One way I like to picture God’s holiness is as strong radiation. His holiness constantly is radiating out from him. By its very nature, it destroys anything imperfect with which it comes into contact.

Imperfection / Isaiah / James / Jesus / Obedience / Perfection / Questions / Salvation / Sin / Works
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Did Jesus really overcome sin and death for us?

Am I good enough? Have I done enough? How much is enough? These questions can lead you to doubt your worth.

Acts / Isaiah / Jesus / John / Matthew / Perfection / Questions / Works
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What does it really mean to endure to the end?

Scripture often encourages us to endure in the faith or warns us about falling away.

Enduring / Faith / Hebrews / Perfection / Questions / Salvation / Works
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How can I be sure I’ll avoid outer darkness?

Some people will say that they are physically healthy because they feel good. But a doctor wouldn’t base his answer just on how a person felt. He would give them a thorough check-up.

1 John / 1 Timothy / Ephesians / Jesus / Matthew / Perfection / Questions / Romans / Salvation / Sin / Spiritual Health
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Does James 2:24 teach that works are necessary for salvation?

James 2:24 seems to clearly state that works play a part in a person’s salvation. But context is critical.

1 Samuel / Abraham / Ephesians / Faith / Genesis / James / Jesus / Questions / Salvation / Works
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Can you have faith without works?

Admittedly, the thought that Christ did everything to make us acceptable to God and we don’t do anything violently clashes with what we naturally think.

1 Corinthians / Acts / Ephesians / Faith / Jesus / John / Questions / Romans / Salvation / Works

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