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Part 1 of 3: What Deacons Are and Do — To some, the term “deacon” is a signpost of an outdated model of ministry. Let’s reexamine the biblical material . . .
Where Have All the Deacons Gone? (Part 1 of 3)
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Sept. 5 | Jesus Is Superior to Prophets and Angels
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If Galatians and Colossians addressed a “Jesus-plus” type of faith, then Hebrews addressed a “minus-Jesus” type of faith. Hebrews says that any step away from Jesus is regression. The reason is simple: Jesus is superior to anyone and anything. Four lessons highlight this superiority.
Sept. 5 | Application
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Many wanted to know, “Jesus, who do you think you are?” However, he turned the question around and asked, “Who do you say I am?” Some compared him to prophets like Elijah or Jeremiah, but Peter gave the most logical answer . . .
Sept. 5 | Discovery
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Why is it important for us to pay careful attention to God’s Word and act on it?
God Is Always at Work
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We know God rested from the work of creation on the seventh day, but God continues to “work” in sustaining the universe and advancing his plan of salvation.
Update on Afghanistan: Where Do We Go from Here?
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If we want to see God do something big and miraculous, we need to pray. The Afghan people are in a dangerous moment in their history. Pray for a miracle . . . but also pray for endurance and tenacious faith. . . .
News Briefs for Aug. 25
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Point University graduate and trustee Marvin Bussey is featured on a new mural in East Point, Ga., that pays tribute to “Atlanta’s Finest.” Plus briefs from Ozark Christian College, Mountain Mission School, IDES, and more.
Johnson U. Prof Rappels Down Building to Assist Single Moms
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Johnson University Professor of New Testament Dr. Heather Gorman went “Over the Edge” Saturday—rappelling down a 16-story building—to help raise money for The Restoration House of East Tennessee. TRH was started by JU grads Daniel and Mandy Watson.
Spire Readies for Annual Conference Sept. 14-16
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The Spire Network is in the final stages of preparation for its third-annual SpireConference, set for Sept. 14-16 in Nashville. Spire anticipates it may match or exceed the number of people who participated in their first in-person conference two years ago, which would be a “huge win,” said board chairman Dave Stone.