On a recent vacation to Japan, I visited Kobe, the capital city of Hyogo Prefecture. This area is perhaps most famous for Kobe beef, a delicacy produced under strict conditions and valued for its flavor. There was much to see (and eat) in this city, and one area I explored was the Kitano-cho area of…
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The reality of the resurrection of Jesus Christ is one of the foundational tenets of the Christian faith. Paul lays it out clearly in 1 Corinthians 15. It is as if he is setting a challenge to those who doubt the reality of Christ’s resurrection. “Now if Christ be preached that he rose from the…
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Our beliefs are under constant attack by the world and the forces of darkness. Many view the Bible as an outdated book or as a fairy tale that holds no relevance in our modern age. As we have previously examined, we can trust in the reliability of the Bible. God’s Word does not need our…
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In a world where it is difficult to know what to trust or who to trust, it is a comfort to know that we can absolutely trust in the reliability of God’s Word. Many have criticized this holy book over the years, but their criticisms have been defeated every time. The truths of the Bible,…
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Most people have heard the motto of the Boy Scouts: “Be Prepared.” This motto, developed by Scouting founder Robert Baden-Powell, is described in the Boy Scout Handbook as having the idea that, “Scouts should prepare themselves to become productive citizens and strong leaders and to bring joy to other people. [Baden-Powell] wanted each Scout to…
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