Category: Beliefs
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Life with GOD | John Ortberg Sermon Illustrations
Blessing in the ancient world was the highest form of well-being possible for human beings. The Greeks referred to the blissful existence of the gods as “blessed.” For Israel, blessing included not just gifts from God but especially life with God. Blessing would include all areas of Abram’s life: his family, his finances, his work,…
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Santa Claus and the naughty-or-nice list | Tim Keller Sermon Illustrations
Biblical exposition Isaiah 56:1 says:“Maintain justice and do what is right, for my salvation is close at hand.” At first glance, this sounds as though people must behave well to earn salvation. Keller explains that this would contradict the Bible’s teaching about salvation by grace. Illustration – Better watch out, better not cry Keller refers…
