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341 | What main scripture book of romans? | Romans | jlhetrick | 209082 | ||
Sorry friend if I'm misreading you... but it really sounds like your getting answers to homework questions. If that's the case, we here frequently recommend individuals do the work first and then bring those results here for further exploration. The book of Romans has many "main scripture". My personal favorite is Romans 10:8-11. God bless, Jeff |
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342 | can we pray for more of God's power | Rom 1:16 | jlhetrick | 155087 | ||
Hello Iesbillys, I can hopefully shed some light on this but look forward to the feedback from others. To begin with I do not believe the scriptures teach that the power of God is something given to or lent to men. In other words. I don't think we are to ask "for" God's power that might be used at "our" discretion. How much would "more" of God's power be? Imagine if you will the awesomeness of His power. Might not the smallest measure be far beyond the capacity for any man to contain within his humanity? The "presence" on the other hand is something more comprehendable. If you are a Christian, saved by His grace by the justification through Christ, then you have His presence. I do not find scripture that teaches we might gain more of His presence (though some denominations do teach that you can). What we might have at times is an "empowering" which may be where you are coming from. The bible teaches that the Spirit of God (who is with all believers from the day of Pentacost on (see Acts 2:1) will at times "empower us for service (See Mark 13:11) Mark 13:11 Whenever you are arrested and brought to trial, do not worry beforehand about what to say. Just say whatever is given you at the time, for it is not you speaking, but the Holy Spirit. NIV To get a good understanding of the "power of God" and how it is at no man's discretion, read Acts 8:14-20 Notice that this "power" that Simon observes and attempts to purchase, is in fact the Holy Spirit. Notice also that Peter and John had not the "power" to give but "prayed" that those believers in Samaria would receive, not power, but the Holy Spirit. There is a great deal in scripture involving the power of God but the most tangible experience of this power, I believe, is the hearing, believing, and receiving the truth of the gospel which saves you. Again, if you are a christian, you have all of the Holy Spirit there is to have. The power of God is present in the Holy Spirit who will demonstrate it through your service to Him, most noteably in the preaching and teaching of the Good News of Jesus Christ. Rom 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the POWER OF GOD for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile. NIV (emphasis mine). Hope this helps, Jeff |
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343 | where should i start reading bible | Rom 1:16 | jlhetrick | 155090 | ||
I recommend Mark because Mark was recommended to me by bro. Billy Graham. His rational if I remember right was: that the book of Mark is a fast moving account of much of the work of Christ that demonstrates His diety, power and glory. It is also the shortest of the gospels and once completed it might give you a sense of accomplishment and encourage you to continue. I would include a daily reading from the books of Proverbs and Psalms as well. These books, among other things, impart both inspiration and wisdom. After this you might continue reading daily from both the Old and the New Testaments. Start at the beginning, read the story of creation and watch the plan of salvation unfold on the pages of both testaments. You will likely get very different advise from others. I'm not sure there is necessarily a wrong way and a particularly right way. I would make the argument though that starting with one of the Gospels should be a priority in that it is in them that the fullness of the Glory of Christ is revealed. Hope this helps, God bless your journey. PS, are you saved? |
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344 | to live boldly for christ | Rom 1:16 | jlhetrick | 182177 | ||
Hello GHelen, Not quite sure what your asking, but perhaps the following will be helpful. Paul is not talking about being "ashamed" of himself, as I understand it. In looking at the previous verses, Paul's focus is on the power of the gospel message. Perhaps the following verses in Romans will shed light on this. Rom 1:16-17 For I am not ashamed of the gospel , for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. 17 For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith for faith, as it is written, "The righteous shall live by faith." ESV Paul understood this in a most sincere way to include having faith in the power of Christ's work and it's not being dependent on Paul's own life or death. Hope this helps, God bless, Jeff |
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345 | Need help on the law | Rom 3:20 | jlhetrick | 153184 | ||
Hello Momma2, The law here refers to the Ten Commandments which reflect God’s righteousness and character. In addition, the Israelites had the “bi-laws” given to them by Moses as rules for daily living that were intended to guide the Israelites in their keeping the law. There were something like 613 of these bi-laws and you can find them in the book of Exodus, I believe starting at chapter 21. The “deeds” of the law refers to a persons doing the “works” of the law. This means, generally speaking, carrying out the traditions, rules, regulations (bi-laws) established to keep one in a right-standing with the Ten Commandments and therefore with God. The law is the knowledge of sin in that it makes us aware of God’s expectations and his righteous and holy character. We are without excuse in our sin because God has given us a clear and specific identification and understanding of what sin is through the law. “Thou shalt not steal” is very clear. God is saying, it is wrong to steal. Therefore, through the law, we are made fully aware of what sin is, so, the law becomes knowledge of sin. “No flesh shall be justified in his sight” by the works of the law. We can not be justified (made righteous, in right standing with God, declared free of guilt regarding breaking the law) by our works. In other words, by trying to be good and keeping the rules. The bible teaches us that we are all sinners and fall short of God’s holy character and his requirements regarding sin (Romans 3:23) The bible says that the penalty for sin is death Romans 6:23, but the verse doesn’t stop there. It goes on to say, “but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord”. So, because you are a sinner (just like me), and the penalty for a single sin is death (eternal separation from God and punishment in Hell) you and I need to be made righteous, free of sin in the eyes of God. Keeping the law can not do this a) because you and I are incapable of living continuously without sinning at one time or another, b) God, who is the final authority, did not give the law as a redeeming source. He did not give it to save us but rather to make us aware of our sin as illustrated above. Being aware makes you and me accountable. So our only hope is in Jesus Christ who gave His life, died our death for us, in order to make atonement (pay the price) for our sins. By accepting JESUS as Lord and Savior and trusting in his payment as sufficient to cover your sins (faith), you can be saved from the penalty of sin which is death. See Romans 10:9-10 Hopes this helps, Jeff |
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346 | Homosexual are picked on in the church? | Rom 3:23 | jlhetrick | 181232 | ||
I realize that this post is a few months old, but I just stumbled across it. Just a few comments. 1 Cor 6:9 is certainly not the only verse that teaches that homosexuality is a sin. I realize your are not saying that, but the point is that homosexuality is taught to be sin from the OT to the NT. That's not the point here though. I believe the point of concern here is that of repentance. It is not the person who has committed a homosexual act(s) that is the problem. If that person has repented, asked for and received forgiveness and is saved, he/she is just like the rest of us. A sinner saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. It is the unrepentant person that is the problem. We all sin as the bible clearly declares, even after we are saved we fall short and grieve God's Spirit when we are disobedient. A saved person is marked by certain characteristics some of which include: feeling guilty and remorseful when we sin; acknowledging sin as sin and repenting; ultimately realizing that it is only through the power of God that we can be free of any particular sin. So, a person who says "I am homosexual" and CONTINUES willfully in that lifestyle, is without repentance. If they denie that homosexuality is a sin, they call God a liar. If they acknowledge it as a sin but continue willfully in it without remores and refuse to repent, they thumb their nose at God and reject His truth and forgiveness. This is true of any continuous and will sinful behavior. Your wrote: "Why are ministers allowed to hold positions in the church when they are not married, we know they having sex." That's a bold and unfair statement of judgment you have made against unmarried ministers. Uncalled for and inappropriate. If a minister, or any other professing Christian is continuing unrepentant in any sinful behavior they should be held accountable by God's word and dealt with accordingly. One unique thing about those who claim to be christians and choose to continue to live a homosexual lifestyle is that they disregard the clear teachings of Scripture. They say that the bible does not teach that it is wrong. One way they justify their behavior is by making the same argument that you have made; saying that homosexuality is no more a sin than any othere sin. By this, they justify continuing in their sin by arguing that all christians continue to sin. Again, repentance is not found in that. The next thing we know, the church will be accepting homosexuality as a legitamate choice and way of life and the church will even begin to ordain homesexuals as pastors and priests. Oh wait! That is already happening. The best way to research homosexuality is to see what the Scriptures say about it. There are so many passages regarding this issue that it would be difficult to quote or even list them all, especially here. I suggest reading Romans 1:18-32 to start. Hope this is helpful, Jeff |
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347 | True or Not? | Rom 3:23 | jlhetrick | 201738 | ||
No! Romans 3:23 aspointed out by BMyers | ||||||
348 | WHAT'S THE LAW | Rom 3:28 | jlhetrick | 153146 | ||
I don't see a scripture reference but I'm guessing your referring to somewhere in Romans, perhaps Romans 3:28. The law refers to the Ten Commandments and the bi-laws given by Moses (613 of them I think). I have to get ready for church but perhaps someone knows from memory where to find them, I think they might be covered in Exodus chapter 21. Anyway, a quick note. the bi-laws were given by Moses to instruct the daily lives of the Israelites in keeping with the Ten Commandments given by God (as I understand it). The Ten Commandments sum up God's expectations of man in keeping with His righteousness. So, there is a misconception regarding your question. We DO continue to "go buy" the law. Jesus said: Mat 5:17 Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. The law was given to make us aware of our sin. Because we cannot "keep" the law perfectly Jesus died for us. So, we are not "saved" by the law, but Paul writes in Romans somewhere that through faith we establish, or uphold the law Hopes this helps |
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349 | Paul's evil practices Pre or PostJesus | Rom 7:19 | jlhetrick | 169019 | ||
hello whatever, You have heard from others and probably realize that your just as confused as when you asked the question. I don't know "Reformer Joe" from the forum but follow Moran (Tim) and Doc and respect both of their opinions and committment to study in search of the truth. This debate has gone on for a long time both here on the forum and within the church. My opinion is that when the very deep critical analysis of scripture yields differing opinions and/or interpretations, the best rule is to go with the plain language as it is written. Rom 7:21-25 21 So I find this law at work: When I want to do good, evil is right there with me. 22 For in my inner being I delight in God's law; 23 but I see another law at work in the members of my body, waging war against the law of my mind and making me a prisoner of the law of sin at work within my members. 24 What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death? 25 Thanks be to God — through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, I myself in my mind am a slave to God's law, but in the sinful nature a slave to the law of sin. NIV All of this plainly described/presented in the present tense. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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350 | baptizem | Rom 10:5 | jlhetrick | 226146 | ||
The Message of Salvation to All 5 For Moses writes about the righteousness that is based on the law, that the person who does the commandments shall live by them. 6 But the righteousness based on faith says, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’ ” (that is, to bring Christ down) 7 or “ ‘Who will descend into the abyss?’ ” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). 8 But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith that we proclaim); 9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. 11 For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.” (Romans 10: 5-11, ESV) It's not a formula and there are no required rituals, including baptism. If your father accepted Christ in accordance with the saving faith described in Scripture he is with the Lord |
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351 | Faith Knowledge and Baptism | Rom 10:17 | jlhetrick | 156434 | ||
Hello Natoochton, No need to appologize for asking a sincere question. This is actually a very good question that many of us do or have had. You will get a lot of good feedback from a lot of knowlegeable people on the forum I am sure; so let me just get it started for you. To make a simple statement, knowledge and faith are not the same thing. There is definately a distinction between the two. But they do have a dependency on each other. knowledge results in faith. Look at what the bible has to say about it. Rom 10:17 Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ. NIV so the knowledge comes first and results in faith. The above verse taken in context with wider teaching of the bible helps to illustrate how our faith actually comes from God Himself. Check this out. Heb 11:1 1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. KJV Notice here that faith involves hope. But the hope results from substance, that is evidence of what we are hoping for. We are told in the above verse, Romans 10:17 that this substance, this evidence, this "knowledge" comes from God. That is, what He reveals to us through His word, resulting in our faith. You mention Eph 2:8 (good) let's look at it quickly. Eph 2:8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: KJV Notice the comment "and that not of yourselves". Now the question is, what is Paul referring to? The before mentioned "grace" or "saved through faith". It appears to me that grace is not what is referred to but rather the saved through faith. See the verse before clearly shows that the grace is from God. But the "saved through faith" is being qualified as having come from God as well. In other words, the faith to believe what you have been given knowledge of is not faith you have mustered up yourself (through works), but rather something God has given you. Look at this: Rom 12:3 For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you. NIV Notice the "measure of faith God has given you." One more scripture reference and then I'll handoff to someone else and learn with you from them. Matt 16:16-17 Simon Peter answered, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." 17 Jesus replied, "Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by man, but by my Father in heaven. NIV Peter had faith in who Jesus was. He had it because he had knowledge, that is, something was revealed to him. What was revealed was revealed from God Himself. So, Peter had knowledge and a resulting measure of faith which was all revealed to him, or given to him by God. Hope this helps. Jeff |
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352 | God Question | Rom 10:17 | jlhetrick | 163181 | ||
Hello again Rick, You presented a honest question and there has been several responses and some ongoing dialogue. I'm not seeing you respond, still, I hope your following along. I would be interested in knowing if any of the responses have helped. I wanted to write again directly to you to help you understand something. Joel seemed to think that something in my response to you was intended to be mean spirited or insulting. I want to assure you that nothing in my responses was intended for that purpose. Your question seems honest and you are apparently seeking the truth. I have and will continue to pray for you that you will accept the truth that has already been revealed to you as you read through the bible. I would like to suggest now that instead of simply reading through it from cover to cover, you begin to study what it has to say and think about how it applies to you specifically and how you live your life. I would recommend that you start in the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John in the New Testament) because it is there that you will find the story and the ministry of the Savior clearly told. As for the issue of "joy". I did not intend to imply that the christian life is void of it. It is not. Joy is a regular part of the christian life. It's just that it is not the qualifier. Which brings me to my final thought here. Joy and all the other blessings of God do not come through hearing or knowing about God. They come as a result of a personal relationship with Him. Your original question asked a most important question. "Is there a God". There is a God and only one. He is the God of the bible. But you must believe and accept Him or you are lost forever. Heb 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. With prayer and love, Jeff |
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353 | Trying to go straight | Rom 12:2 | jlhetrick | 163057 | ||
Hi Prov, The same way a heterosexual guy gets the sinful, immoral, heterosexual thoughts out of his head. By being transformed by the power of God's word and His Spirit. As a heterosexual man of only 40 years of age, and having been a Christian for a long time now, I can say that it has not been a matter of instant success for me. I believe God can instantly and permanently remove these things from us but I believe that in most cases He does not. Being obedient to Him is a matter of choice followed by action. A lifestyle of obedience is learned and practiced and helps in the building of our relationship with God. You already know that the homosexual lifestyle is sinful, as is heterosexual relations outside of marriage. You now have to make the choice to repent, that is, turn away from it asking forgiveness. Next you have to ask the Lord for strength and then resist the temptation ongoing, everyday. As you become closer to the Lord and He blesses your life you will find that obeying Him becmoes easier. The thing to remember is that you do not have the strength to obey Him on your own, even if you do have the will. You have to depend on the strength that God gives you because His strength is the only hope we have if we are to truly be successful in resisting sin. I hope this is helpful. God bless you. The more time and effort we spend serving Him, the less time and effort we spend toward sin. Jeff |
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354 | Am I in the relationship God wants me in | 1 Corinthians | jlhetrick | 153518 | ||
Hi James, This is a very serious issue both in your Life as well as Angela's. Any advise you get from the forum should be only considered and not the basis for your decision. If you are in church, talk to your pastor and/or an elder in the church for guidance. You have already acknowledged that your sexual relationship outside of marriage was (is?) sinful. I would say plainly that this must stop if you are to be in the will of God. Refer to 1 Corinthians chapter one, read the whole chapter. This will give a lot of insight regarding God's expectations regarding man and woman and marriage. There are other references elswhere in this chapter and other chapters/books of the bible. Regarding the continuous fighting. First let me say that you can not pray for and expect God to bless a sinful relationship. It might be possible that much of the contention is because God is not putting His peace on a relationship between two professing Christians because there is sexual imorality involved. Remember, we are all sinners. Sin alone isn't the issue. It's the continuing life-style of sin without true repentance that grieves God. You can have a significant-other relationship with Angela without marrying or until married, however, it must be within the boundaries taught in scripture. God can bless such a relationship. One more thing. Where there is divisiveness and contention in any relationship I think it's important to keep one primary verse in mind as the man in the relationship: 1Pe 3:7 Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered. Although you are not married, the idea of "giving honor" to the woman is still applicable. If you love her, you should treat her with honor. Ask the Lord to change you first and behave differently toward her. You may be very surprised by her response though it may be slow in coming. Hope this is helpful Jeff |
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355 | Is salvation an ongoing event | 1 Cor 1:23 | jlhetrick | 172181 | ||
Hello Bereaniam, Consider the verse in the context it is presented. Continue to read paying particular attention to vs 23 and 24. Here, Paul is pointing out how the truth of Christ is received. That is, to those who are perishing, it is foolishness. "Being saved" here refers to those who are called (vs 24). This verse taken in context, is focusing on God's power (see again vs 18). So, when Jesus said "it is finished" (John 19:30). What He meant was, It is finished. Along these lines, also consider Sanctification. This IS a thing of ongoing process. Sanctification- God setting the believer apart for Himself: positionally at salvation, progressively throughout life, and ultimately when the believer arrives in His presence in heaven (67). (from Basic Theology, Copyright © 1986, 1999 by Charles C. Ryrie.) Will wait together for the understanding of others. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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356 | What is done in darkness comes to light? | 1 Cor 4:5 | jlhetrick | 153289 | ||
Greetings ELHARDENED, Try this link for free bible study software from e-sword. It's free and has lots of features including capability of searching entire text of bible in different versions and lots of other study helps. Finding bible verses will be quick and easy. Also download the "treasury of Scripture Knowledge" feature which will give you a "treasure" of cross-reference verses. http://www.e-sword.net/ Hopes this helps, Jeff |
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357 | Does sin prove one is not a believer? | 1 Cor 6:9 | jlhetrick | 157830 | ||
Hi Takeupyoursword, You answer your own question within the question. The verse starts out with “do you not know that the ‘unrighteous’ and wrongdoers..” Your thought is correct regarding God’s own righteousness. Once saved, you are no longer one of the “unrighteous” nor are you a “wrongdoer” as it is presented here. Read Romans 7:15-20 carefully to get a good explanation from Paul of how and why a Christian is still capable of sinning. Notice to the obvious struggle Paul has with his own sin. The bible teaches that though we may continue to sin, we are no longer “slaves” to sin. See Romans 6:12-14. Rom 6:12-14 12 Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body so that you obey its evil desires. 13 Do not offer the parts of your body to sin, as instruments of wickedness, but rather offer yourselves to God, as those who have been brought from death to life; and offer the parts of your body to him as instruments of righteousness. 14 For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but under grace. NIV Before being saved, we were under the law and slaves to sin, we followed it’s tempting. After we are saved, we have the power and authority through Christ to resist temptation because sin no longer holds any authority over us. The struggle continues because we have the sin nature still in our bodies. The difference is, now we feel conviction from God, have remorse for our sin. But the guilt of that sin is no longer credited to us as Paul points out in Romans 7:20 Rom 7:20 20 Now if I do what I do not want to do, it is no longer I who do it, but it is sin living in me that does it. NIV If one claims to be saved but lives a life dominated by sin, the question is, is he/she truly saved. Only God can answer that of another. But if you are saved, you are saved. There is nothing you or I can do to undo the greatest miracle ever accomplished by God, that is salvation. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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358 | Freedom | 1 Cor 6:12 | jlhetrick | 155581 | ||
Freedom is in fact the "ability to do as we please", otherwise it would not be freedom. Heeding Gods call on our lives and acting in a Godly manner is a choice that we make and then live out through His help and power. 1Co 6:12 All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. Another good question to ask is: What happens to freedom when it is practiced without acknowledging God and without responsibility? A great answer is a good look at today's united states in light of it's origin and history. We (the USA) have evolved from a people who's laws establish and protect freedom to a people who's notion of freedom, that is, the irresponsible declaration and practice of freedom establishes and sustains the law. Freedom comes from and by God. It is only through Him that we have any freedoms at all. Joh 19:10 Then saith Pilate unto him, Speakest thou not unto me? knowest thou not that I have power to crucify thee, and have power to release thee? Joh 19:11 Jesus answered, Thou couldest have no power at all against me, except it were given thee from above:..." So when we take God out of the equation (so to speak) what is left is not freedom; it is rebellion and anarchy. Jeff |
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359 | what is ment by the body is the temple? | 1 Cor 6:19 | jlhetrick | 215391 | ||
980, welcome to the forum! Robert Nicholson gave a good answer to your question. I just wanted to suggest that you read 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 for more context. Jeff |
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360 | God and His creation | 1 Cor 7:1 | jlhetrick | 172875 | ||
Hello Corin, Trinity is not God's emotinoal companion. Trinity is the language given to identify the three persona of God (Father, Son, Holy Spirit). God does have emotions, but they are not limited as ours are. That is, they depend on nothing. When I get "angry" and act, my actions may be unjust and sinful. When God acts in anger, both his anger and actions are righteous and just. God needs nothing, including companionship. This is not to say He does not desire companionship, but He does not require it. The purpose of God's creation is far and above any need for companionship. It is to express His glory and to give honor and praise to Himself. We were created not for the purpose of keeping God company, but to worship Him. This may sound egotistical, but only until you begin to know Him and understand His sovereignty. God is sovereign; He is merciful and full of Grace. He loves us with an undieing love. He has created us and He has saved us. That is more than enough reason for Him to expect and for us to give praise and honor through our continual worship of Him. I hope this helps, Jeff |
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