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All the Why’s Behind Philippians 4:8-9

Dear friends, this is now my second letter to you. I have written both of them as reminders to stimulate you to wholesome thinking- 2nd Peter 3:1 NIV It’s way above my paygrade. Nevertheless, sometimes I wonder about the “why” of some of God’s commands. Most of the “why’s” are easy. Thou shalt not murder is self-explanatory (Exodus… Continue reading All the Why’s Behind Philippians 4:8-9

New Jerusalem: Out of Heaven to Earth

In Revelation 21:2 John tells us, “I saw the holy city, New Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven.” He repeats this in verse 10. Revelation 21:1 says that the new creation is composed of “a new heaven and a new earth.” Since New Jerusalem comes “out of heaven” it must be on earth. We need to hold to… Continue reading New Jerusalem: Out of Heaven to Earth

Unlimited: Jesus Fed 4000 | Good News Unlimited

Unlimited: Jesus Fed 4000 Apr 29, 2024 1207 During those days another large crowd gathered. Since they had nothing to eat, Jesus called his disciples to him and said, “I have compassion for these people; they have already been with me three days and have nothing to eat. If I send them home hungry, they will collapse on… Continue reading Unlimited: Jesus Fed 4000 | Good News Unlimited

Unlimited: Jesus Heals A Deaf And Mute Man | Good News Unlimited

Unlimited: Jesus Heals a Deaf and Mute Man Apr 26, 2024 1283 Then Jesus left the vicinity of Tyre and went through Sidon, down to the Sea of Galilee and into the region of the Decapolis. There some people brought to him a man who was deaf and could hardly talk, and they begged Jesus to place his hand on him.… Continue reading Unlimited: Jesus Heals A Deaf And Mute Man | Good News Unlimited

Why Study the Bible? – Enjoying the Journey

Whether you are a new believer or a mature Christian, it is absolutely essential that believers keep growing in their knowledge of God. This is only possible if we are day by day growing in our understanding of the Word. The Bible is God’s revelation of Himself. The Lord Jesus told a group of very… Continue reading Why Study the Bible? – Enjoying the Journey

Fasting Scriptures for Perseverance — Daniel Fast Journey

We all hit tough spots, those times when challenges pile up faster than our ability to handle them. And when we’re in these moments, perseverance is key! Maybe it’s a job that stretches your patience thin, a personal loss that feels like an aching, irreplaceable hole in your heart, or perhaps a goal that seems… Continue reading Fasting Scriptures for Perseverance — Daniel Fast Journey

Unlimited: Jesus And The Syrophoenician Woman | Good News Unlimited

Unlimited: Jesus and the Syrophoenician Woman Apr 25, 2024 1424 Jesus left that place and went to the vicinity of Tyre.He entered a house and did not want anyone to know it; yet he could not keep his presence secret.In fact, as soon as she heard about him, a woman whose little daughter was possessed by… Continue reading Unlimited: Jesus And The Syrophoenician Woman | Good News Unlimited

Unlimited: What Defiles You | Good News Unlimited

Unlimited: What Defiles You Apr 24, 2024 14763 What defiles you does not come from the outside. Trusting Jesus and accepting His forgiveness is key to stay clean. Again, Jesus called the crowd to him and said, “Listen to me, everyone, and understand this. Nothing outside a person can defile them by going into them. Rather, it is… Continue reading Unlimited: What Defiles You | Good News Unlimited