A very profound but obscure scripture has captivated me for many years. There was a mighty warrior in King David’s army named Shammah. This strong and fearless fighter was a part of a special force of 37 elite combatants called the Gibborim. Shammah was brave, committed to God and...
Make Us One – John 17:21
Ecumenism mainly refers to initiatives aimed at greater Christian unity or cooperation. It is used predominantly by and with reference to Christian denominations and Christian Churches separated by doctrine, history, and practice. Within this particular expression, ecumenism advocates the idea of a single Christian unity. While the idea of...
Ecumenism, Unity and Agreement An Act of God – John 17:23
Ecumenism in the Church Ecumenism mainly refers to initiatives aimed at greater Christian unity or cooperation. It is used predominantly by Christian denominations and Christian Churches separated by doctrine, history, and practice. Within this context, the term “ecumenism” refers to the idea of Christian unity in the literal meaning that...
Unity, Not an Effort of man but a Move of God Eph. 4:3
It’s no wonder many unchurched people have negative attitudes toward the church and Christians in general. Most who oppose Christianity declare hypocrisy as their great aversion to the faith and detest the condescension and judgmental attitudes many Christians engage in. In addition to alienating non-believers from the church there’s also...
The First Thanksgiving A Tabernacle Among Friends
Some Jewish roots scholars believe the Pilgrims based their Thanksgiving feast on the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. The first Thanksgiving was celebrated outdoors and like Sukkot, the meal was eaten with friends. Native Americans, were invited in the same way that Jews have always welcome friends and family to join...
The Book of Proof Deut. 31:26
It’s true, there are several books mentioned in the Bible that are not included in the Sacred texts. And while it may appear that some books were “taken out,” it is more likely that these manuscripts were lost or destroyed over time and were never included in the latest canon...
TASHLICH Rejoicing in Restoration 2 Cor. 13:11
Tashlich (casting away) is a Jewish ceremony that symbolizes the casting off of sins from the previous year. It is usually performed on the first day of Rosh Hashanah but acceptable to perform any time during the fall feasts. Gathered Together Nehemiah (8:1) states, "All the Jews gathered as one...