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The biggest misunderstandings and hindrances to evangelism People need to be saved. This comes mainly through evangelism. The Bible is clear that we need to take the gospel to people. Jesus said He came for the unsaved – Luke 5:32. When He left for heaven, He said: “Go into all the world – make disciples.” Disciples must be made from converts. This means: first, the converts; then, the discipling...
(AD 1200-1500) The period from 1200 to 1500 is referred to as the pre-Reformation period, marking the dawn of the Reformation. This was an especially dark time in the history of the Church, characterised by much persecution of early Reformers. Individuals and entire movements were often officially banished from the established Church. During this period, Europe was prosperous, but moral standards...
The following are guidelines to help you to get the most value from using short prayers. Take a dedicated time of 3 minutes or more to silence your heart. Engage in meditative prayer, repeating the prayer slowly and deliberately. Pause between each repetition, allowing for moments of silence. Direct your entire being towards God. Keep a notebook nearby to jot down any insights the Spirit may...
What God is saying about greed: For greed is idolatry. (Ephesians 5:5). Then he said to them: “Take care and be on your guard against every form of greed, for a man’s life does not depend on the abundance of his possessions. (Luke 12:15). Where did the struggle come from? Where did the quarrels among you come from? Doesn’t it come from your selfish desires that are constantly...