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Some afternoon thoughts on salvation and God’s foreknowledge

I think a kind Calvinist is a rare and powerful thing. I hope to be one of those here in this writing, and all my days. Here are some simple thoughts of mine I had that I hope will help some people understand the Bible in it's plain form regarding salvation, God's knowledge and prayer.… Continue reading Some afternoon thoughts on salvation and God’s foreknowledge

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Does God treasure us?

In one of my previous posts I discussed how we can pray to be joyful. I believe God answers those prayers, and one of the ways he answers them is by revealing himself to us through Scripture. This week while studying Isaiah 19, I was reminded about how throughout scripture God calls his people "my… Continue reading Does God treasure us?

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What is something everyone can agree on regarding election?

I was recently asked about 1 Thessalonians 1:4, which says, "For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction." The question that always gets asked with scriptures like this… Continue reading What is something everyone can agree on regarding election?

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Can we rejoice that our names are written in heaven?

Yes! "Rejoice that your names are written in heaven." - Jesus. Luke 10:20. I read this verse today, but I've never slowed down to focus on the command here from Jesus to rejoice that our names are written in heaven. It's not that I haven't rejoiced from time to time about this before, it's that… Continue reading Can we rejoice that our names are written in heaven?