Tag Archives: spirituality

Christmas Peace

Posted on December 6, 2019 by jim0211

During this season we celebrate Christ’s birth and reflect on the events surrounding it. While we focus on the incarnation, there are many lessons to be learned from the stories of those who walked through those times. We see how … Continue reading →

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Legalism and the Spirit of the Antichrist

Posted on July 28, 2019 by jim0211

Much of Jesus’ teaching concerned the kingdom of God, and it is the focus of much religious teaching today. It is undoubtedly God’s will and purpose to establish the kingdom on Earth, but there are different views of how that … Continue reading →

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Immersive Explorations of the Spiritual

Posted on November 20, 2018 by jim0211

The vision of The Gate is one of finding creative ways to present spiritual truths in today’s science-saturated world, using concepts borrowed from that worldview. It is based on an exploration of such ideas, ranging from essays to technology-driven artwork. … Continue reading →

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Practice Unity

Posted on May 28, 2018 by jim0211

There is a great need for love in today’s world. Of course, this has always been true, and always will be. However, today’s level of divisiveness makes the need especially clear. Pointing to the source, Christians are called upon to … Continue reading →

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Beyond Religion

Posted on January 14, 2018 by jim0211

In today’s world, it seems harder and harder for many people to find a connection between God and church. Many feel that God has the answer to feeling fulfilled, guidance through life, release from judgment, and eternal life, but don’t … Continue reading →

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Our Conquering Messiah

Posted on September 24, 2017 by jim0211

In the first century, Jewish people had high hopes for the messiah. They expected him to defeat Israel’s enemies and free them from bondage. When Jesus appeared, those around him expected a victorious leader. Even at his ascension, the disciples … Continue reading →

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The Spirit of the Antichrist in Today’s World

Posted on April 7, 2017 by jim0211

In today’s world of fake news and alternative facts, discernment is increasingly important. This is no less true in the spiritual realm, where it is even more important for eternal matters. Scripture gives guidance to practice discernment in a number … Continue reading →

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Innovating in the Spirit

Posted on September 12, 2016 by jim0211

In high-tech businesses, people labor in a world dominated by technology and finances. Because profit is the primary goal, it’s easy to become distracted. Yet we are still to set our minds on things that are above, not on things that … Continue reading →

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Beginnings

Posted on March 20, 2016 by jim0211

Holidays like Easter give us a great opportunity to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and to reflect on the importance and reality of that historical event. It’s obvious to Christians that His resurrection is the most significant moment in … Continue reading →

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Understanding Gideon and the Fleece

Posted on June 1, 2014 by jim0211

The story of Gideon’s fleece is well known. For a long time I didn’t really understand it, because it seemed like Gideon was testing God. But I recently re-read the account, and noticed an earlier encounter between Gideon and the … Continue reading →

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