Biblical Emphasis on Spiritual Growth: 3 John 1-4: Highlights the joy of seeing Christians grow in truth. Hebrews 5:12 – 6:3: Encourages moving beyond elementary teachings to maturity. Ephesians 4:11-16, 29: Stresses the role of church leaders in equipping members for growth and unity. 2 Peter 1:5-7: Lists virtues to cultivate for spiritual development. 1… Continue reading

Definition: The most frightful and inhumane form of punishment ever known. Origin: Tradition attributes the origin of crucifixion to Semiramis, Queen of Assyria. Practiced By: Egyptians Carthaginians Persians Germans Assyrians Greeks Romans Historical Events: Roman General Vaus crucified 2,000 Jews in one day at the gates of Jerusalem. After the war with Spartacus, 10,000 slaves… Continue reading

Faith in God’s Existence: “But without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe that HE IS, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.”— Hebrews 11:6 The term “IS” refers to a “State of being.” GOD DOES EXIST! God is Faithful: 1 Corinthians… Continue reading