How do you respond to arguments against the Bible?
Written on October 31, 2018 at 9:41 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
“The Victory of Joshua over the Amalekites” by Nicholas Poussin, via Wikimedia Commons. October 01, 2018 | By Tremper Longman (guest author) BioLogos.org The Bible holds an essential place in Christian faith. The… Read More
On the Mount of Olives: David & the Son of David
Written on October 31, 2018 at 1:30 am, by Douglas Jacoby
Christians are familiar with the story of Jesus’ last night on earth: the Last Supper, Gethsemane prayer, betrayal, arrest, trial, and crucifixion the following morning. But Jesus isn’t the only… Read More
Three Great Opportunities for Members of SIW
Written on October 30, 2018 at 6:03 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
#1: SIW Support Groups One of the biggest challenges that same-gender attracted Christians face is that they often feel alone, as if they are the only one going through these… Read More
Q&A 1539 – The deaths of innocent children (school shootings)
Written on October 26, 2018 at 12:00 am, by Douglas Jacoby
Why does God allow the death of innocent children, like in school shootings?** Because we have free will. Killing is something that we do to each other, and we can… Read More
My Favorite Mistranslation (Proverbs 22:6) – Douglas Stuart
Written on October 25, 2018 at 3:39 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
To listen to this podcast, click here.
New Link to Debate: Is Jesus Prophet or Son of God?
Written on October 22, 2018 at 3:57 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Here is an edited version (with Q&A included) to the debate in Atlanta, GA between Dr. Douglas Jacoby and Sheikh Shabir Ally. 10-13-2018 – Debate – Is Jesus Prophet or… Read More
What Was the Sin of Sodom and Gomorrah?
Written on October 18, 2018 at 9:04 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
It’s become popular to claim that the sin of Sodom and Gomorrah was something other than homosexuality. What does the Bible say? Read an extended explanation of this topic here.
A Bible for every tribe, every tongue
Written on October 18, 2018 at 12:51 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
In the jungles of Papua New Guinea, a Christian university student experiences the ministry of Pioneer Bible Translators. Continue reading here. Website: pioneerbible.org
It’s Getting Harder to Talk About God
Written on October 16, 2018 at 6:57 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Here’s an interesting piece from The New York Times. The decline in our spiritual vocabulary has many real-world consequences. More than 70 percent of Americans identify as Christian, but you… Read More
Israel tour biblical notes (by Michelle Wright)
Written on October 15, 2018 at 11:48 am, by Douglas Jacoby
Study Suggestions (by Michelle Wright, 2018) This is in no way an exhaustive guide, but just some thoughts and passages to reflect on while we are in Israel. I hope… Read More
Don’t Be Fooled Into Believing These Final Two GRIEF MYTHS
Written on October 13, 2018 at 1:09 am, by Sandy Anjilivelil
You have taken from me my closest friends and have made me repulsive to them. I am confined and cannot escape; my eyes are dim with grief. —Psalm 88:8-9 Last… Read More
Q&A 1538—Proverbs 22:6 guarantees godly children?
Written on October 12, 2018 at 12:00 am, by Douglas Jacoby
I have frequently heard Proverbs 22:6 referenced as a promise that godly parenting always leads to godly children. One of my children has rejected God. Is this my fault? Certainly… Read More
Outreach Tools for a Mobile Generation
Written on October 11, 2018 at 12:15 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Wycliffe translators utilize cartoon animation to produce films in remote parts of the world—to communicate the gospel. http://www.indigitube.tv/
Renew.org – Video 3 (check it out)
Written on October 11, 2018 at 10:01 am, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Watch this Renew.org video by clicking here.
Untangling Addiction – a free download
Written on October 10, 2018 at 2:49 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Dr. De Carvalho is passionate about helping people regain their lives and become “unstuck” from the addictions and mental illnesses that have kept them in the darkness. In his new… Read More
Renew.org – video 2 (check this out)
Written on October 9, 2018 at 1:45 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Watch this Renew.org video by clicking here.
Are Rich People More Immoral?
Written on October 8, 2018 at 6:22 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Money is the Root of all Evil. Aphorisms have rarely been factual. The oldest ones, at least, are based on opinions, and opinions change. Not more than 500 years… Read More
Most people don’t know this about addiction…
Written on October 8, 2018 at 10:53 am, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Dear Renew Subscriber, We would like to ask you to make time for a special webinar. It will focus on two of the seven key elements of renewal – Surrendering… Read More
Renew.org – video 1 (check this out)
Written on October 6, 2018 at 3:43 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Watch by clicking on this link: Renew video 1
How Can You Invest in a Few to Build a Disciple Making Culture in Your Church?
Written on October 5, 2018 at 2:12 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
To the Discipleship-First Community, There is a good deal of literature today on the subject of corporate culture. Culture shapes behavior Culture defines priorities Culture determines outcomes Every organization has… Read More
Be Flexible – Sermon by Douglas Jacoby
Written on October 3, 2018 at 3:46 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Sermon given at the North River church on Sunday, September 30, 2018
