Monthly Archives: September 2017

Forgiveness, the misunderstood blessing from God

Posted on September 30, 2017 by sjbjburke

Paul had begun writing 2 Corinthians in order to defend himself from false accusations. We have seen that he has declared his love and care for the people and that he has a clear conscience in his testimony to them … Continue reading →

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First Thessalonians Message One

Posted on September 29, 2017 by sjbjburke

The experiences and growth of a New Testament Church as recorded by Paul, an Apostle and a missionary in training. Paul had been saved, educated, and preaching for about 20 years before being sent out by the church in Antioch. … Continue reading →

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Luke 15:11-32 The Other Son

Posted on September 27, 2017 by sjbjburke

Luke 15:11-32 The Other Son His Part – a member of the household. Luke 15:11 “…a certain man had two sons.” His Position – leadership of the family. His Potential – He had the power: the servants obeyed him. He … Continue reading →

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The Blessings of Steadfast Faith

Posted on September 26, 2017 by sjbjburke

A thought about the prodigal son’s father – Luke 15:11-24 (KJV) And he said, A certain man had two sons: And the younger of them said to his father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me. … Continue reading →

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preliminary notes on 1 Thessalonians chapter Three – a thought

Posted on September 1, 2017 by sjbjburke

Chapter Three The selfless concern of the missionaries is noted by their willingness to temporarily separate from one another in order to encourage the believers in Thessalonica. They rejoiced in the faith demonstrated by these young believers, but they also … Continue reading →

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