People often say, "If it is meant to be, then it will be". Is that Biblical? Today we will discuss the role of fate, choices and consequences are seen in the Bible.

Key Points:

1. God's foreknowledge of our future does not negate or diminish our ability to make choices.
2. God may pre-determine the consequence of a choice, however, the Bible's "if...then" statements presents our ability to make choices.
3. We are not robots on auto-pilot or victims to fate. The Bible clearly teaches that we have freewill however, it will never overpower God’s will.

Additional Reading: II Chronicles 7: 14, II Peter 3:9, Romans 10:9-17

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Pride has many modern sentiments attached to it such as parades, having pride in our work, taking great pride as a parent, and so on. However, the Bible is fully against pride. Why?

Key Points:

1. Pride was the first sin committed in the Bible, even before the fall of Adam and Eve in Garden of Eden.
2. Pride causes us to break the two "Great Commandments". We won't love God or others as much as we should if we love ourself too much.
3. Pride is the most natural and subtle sin of all. Even animals in the wild think of themselves first.

We should be diligent with task and take caretakers or our talents but we should not be filled with pride

Additional Reading: Isaiah 14:12-19

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Have you ever wondered why so many Christians are conspiracy theorists? We range from the doubtful Thomases that are skeptical about headlines to wearing tin foil hats and building Zombie proof bunkers.

Key Points:

1. The Bible was delivered though prophecy.
2. Prophecy legitimizes the prophet and proves God true.
3. All eyes have been on Israel since 1948 because it is central to upcoming Bible prophecies.

Additional Reading: Daniel 8:5-8,Daniel 8:21-22

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The Bible and Jesus boldly claim there is only ONE truth. However, there are many denominations, all claiming to be right. How did that happen?

Key Points:

1. Through history Christ was mixed with the local culture and many religions in order to appeal to people, rather than teaching directly from the Bible.
2. Belief in a new revelation though a modern prophet or messenger causes doctrinal differences and divisions in churches.
3. In the name of inclusivity, the message is often watered down and adapted to fit modern sentiments. Additional Reading:

Additional Reading: Galatians 1

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The Bible says Jesus saves. So why do Christians get baptized? I became a Christian in January 2011, then I was baptized four months later. That statement may be confusing to some people. How is that possible? Let's see what the Bible says about that.

Key Points:

1. Faith in Jesus saves us from our sins. Baptism is for a good conscience toward God - I Peter 3:21
2. Baptism symbolizes the death and burial of a sinner, then the resurrection as a new creature in Christ
3. Biblical baptism involves a person being fully submerged in water after he or she hears the gospel, then puts their faith in Jesus.

Additional Reading: Acts 8:24-40

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Speaking about politics, religion, and sports (in some regions) causes many conflicts. So why do Christians always want to talk about Jesus and the Bible? Let's dive into some of the main reasons. Some reasons may surprise you.

Key Points:

1. Some churches teach it is a requirement to get to heaven. Therefore, those members are doing it to get a reward.
2. We SHOULD do it because we love the Lord and just want to share Him with everyone.
3. Most Christians do it because we love people. We simply want everyone to claim the free gift that was already given to us.

Additional Reading: Matthew 6 (one's intentions)

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Today we are going to discuss what Jesus actually saves us from.

1. Jesus came to save us from sin, not going to hell is just a byproduct but not the focus. - Matthew 1:21
2. Hell is not designed for people. It is designed for the devil and his angels - Matthew 25:41
3. God does not want anyone past, present, or future to go to hell. We all have the option to follow sin to hell or follow Jesus to heaven. - II Peter 3:9

Additional Reading: God does not want anyone to perish with sin - II Peter 3

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The Bible teaches we go to heaven by putting our faith in Jesus. However, it is often said you need to go to church to be saved. "Church" is important BUT not required for salvation. Today we clear up the confusion.

Key Points:

1. Jesus spent 3.5 years building a church before He was crucified, therefore it must be important.
2. God's children should WAN TO join a local church, even though it is not required to be saved.
3. In God's economy 1 Christian + 1 Christian = the effectiveness of 11, not 2.

Additional Reading: the church prays for Peter while he is in jail (Acts 12)

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The Chosen Season 2, Episode 6 was great. Please note I accidentally say episode 7 during the recording. However, this is a reaction to S2E6.

Timestamps:

[1:13] - David eats the shewbread

[2:12] - Mary of Magdala runs off (backslides)

[3:58] - Mother Mary speaks wisdom

[5:12] - The food is running out

[6:25] - Jesus polishes the roughest of a believer

[7:48] - Shmuel is very much like Saul (Paul) in the Book of Acts

[9:10] - Mary of Magala returns to Jesus' side

[13:24] - Healing and eating on the Sabbath (Matthew 12)

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Repent is one of the most important yet misunderstood words in the Bible. There is a lot of debate about what it means and how it relates to salvation.

Key Points:

1. Only relying on Google definitions will cause conflicts when reading the Bible.
2. True faith produces repentance. It is not "work" that we choose to do.
3. When you see yourself as God sees you, it can't be unseen and it produces change.

Additional Reading:

Etymology of "pent"

Romans 2:4

II Peter 3:9

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