Dr. Potana’s work on street children is well-researched, compassionate, and groundbreaking. He carefully ties in the problem of street children around the world, the compassionate acts already done by Christians, and urges them not to forget those already born who cannot ask for help.
Dr. Potana’s work on street children is well-researched, compassionate, and groundbreaking. He carefully ties in the problem of street children around the world, the compassionate acts already done by Christians, and urges them not to forget those already born who cannot ask for help.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
John the Baptist preached repentance in the wilderness, dressing differently and eating locusts and honey. He baptized people in the Jordan River who confessed their sins. John rebuked the Pharisees and Sadducees, telling them to bring forth fruits of repentance. He said Jesus would baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire. Many people from Jerusalem and surrounding areas went to hear John and were baptized by him.
The document discusses the importance of forgiveness according to several Bible passages. It references verses that say forgiveness from God is conditional on humans forgiving others, and that people should forgive each other as Christ forgave humanity for their sins. The verses convey that followers of Christ should forgive without limit, as he forgave infinitely by suffering and dying to redeem mankind.
Matthew 2:13 – 23 describes Joseph receiving divine guidance to protect his family.
- Joseph had to leave home and escape to Egypt with his family to protect the child Jesus from Herod.
- God continued to guide Joseph through dreams, telling him when it was safe to return from Egypt and where to settle with his family in Nazareth.
The Magi were originally a priestly caste in ancient Persia that gained influence through dream interpretation and sacrifices for kings. Over time, they became associated with sorcery and astrology. When the Biblical Magi saw Jesus' star in the east, they came to worship him, bringing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, fulfilling prophecy of Gentiles honoring the Messiah. Their story expanded in later apocryphal texts.
The document describes the birth of Jesus Christ. It explains that Mary was found to be pregnant by the Holy Spirit before she lived with her husband Joseph. An angel appeared to Joseph in a dream and told him not to divorce Mary, as the child was conceived by the Holy Spirit. The angel said the child would be named Jesus and save people from their sins, fulfilling a prophecy. Joseph then took Mary as his wife, though they did not consummate the marriage until after Jesus was born.
The document discusses the importance of patience and endurance. It provides several biblical passages exhorting believers to be patient as they await the return of the Lord, to not complain against one another, and to remain faithful even through suffering, as those who have faith and patience will inherit what was promised. Examples are given of farmers patiently waiting for their crops and of Job's enduring patience in the face of hardship.
The document discusses the nature of truth according to 5 principles:
1. Truth is conditional - it depends on obedience to God's commands.
2. Truth is complete - one must faithfully abide in God's word.
3. Truth is practical - obeying the truth makes one a disciple of Christ.
4. Truth is knowable - one can learn the truth by being teachable and open-hearted.
5. Truth is powerful - it has the power to convert, save, and bring freedom from sin.
The document provides Matthew's genealogy of Jesus from Abraham to Joseph. It traces Jesus' lineage through both righteous and sinful figures, including four women of questionable backgrounds - Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba. By including these individuals, the genealogy demonstrates God's grace in working through imperfect people, as well as the inclusion of Gentiles in God's plan of salvation through Jesus, who would be king over both Jews and non-Jews. It aims to show that no one is excluded from God's kingdom due to their origins or past sins.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
John the Baptist preached repentance in the wilderness, dressing differently and eating locusts and honey. He baptized people in the Jordan River who confessed their sins. John rebuked the Pharisees and Sadducees, telling them to bring forth fruits of repentance. He said Jesus would baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire. Many people from Jerusalem and surrounding areas went to hear John and were baptized by him.
The document discusses the importance of forgiveness according to several Bible passages. It references verses that say forgiveness from God is conditional on humans forgiving others, and that people should forgive each other as Christ forgave humanity for their sins. The verses convey that followers of Christ should forgive without limit, as he forgave infinitely by suffering and dying to redeem mankind.
Matthew 2:13 – 23 describes Joseph receiving divine guidance to protect his family.
- Joseph had to leave home and escape to Egypt with his family to protect the child Jesus from Herod.
- God continued to guide Joseph through dreams, telling him when it was safe to return from Egypt and where to settle with his family in Nazareth.
The Magi were originally a priestly caste in ancient Persia that gained influence through dream interpretation and sacrifices for kings. Over time, they became associated with sorcery and astrology. When the Biblical Magi saw Jesus' star in the east, they came to worship him, bringing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, fulfilling prophecy of Gentiles honoring the Messiah. Their story expanded in later apocryphal texts.
The document describes the birth of Jesus Christ. It explains that Mary was found to be pregnant by the Holy Spirit before she lived with her husband Joseph. An angel appeared to Joseph in a dream and told him not to divorce Mary, as the child was conceived by the Holy Spirit. The angel said the child would be named Jesus and save people from their sins, fulfilling a prophecy. Joseph then took Mary as his wife, though they did not consummate the marriage until after Jesus was born.
The document discusses the importance of patience and endurance. It provides several biblical passages exhorting believers to be patient as they await the return of the Lord, to not complain against one another, and to remain faithful even through suffering, as those who have faith and patience will inherit what was promised. Examples are given of farmers patiently waiting for their crops and of Job's enduring patience in the face of hardship.
The document discusses the nature of truth according to 5 principles:
1. Truth is conditional - it depends on obedience to God's commands.
2. Truth is complete - one must faithfully abide in God's word.
3. Truth is practical - obeying the truth makes one a disciple of Christ.
4. Truth is knowable - one can learn the truth by being teachable and open-hearted.
5. Truth is powerful - it has the power to convert, save, and bring freedom from sin.
The document provides Matthew's genealogy of Jesus from Abraham to Joseph. It traces Jesus' lineage through both righteous and sinful figures, including four women of questionable backgrounds - Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba. By including these individuals, the genealogy demonstrates God's grace in working through imperfect people, as well as the inclusion of Gentiles in God's plan of salvation through Jesus, who would be king over both Jews and non-Jews. It aims to show that no one is excluded from God's kingdom due to their origins or past sins.