In January, I resolved to read through the Bible. My journey began well. I cruised through several chapters each day, visited many strong characters en route: Abraham, Joseph, Moses, Joshua. Naomi, a bitter woman turned sweet, grabbed my attention. As … Read the rest
I worship every week in a contemporary church. Hymns occur infrequently during the worship service, but they remain an integral, daily part of my life. That’s because in my youth I acquired (and have since retained) the habit of using … Read the rest
Worship isn’t just something we do in church. An Old Testament ritual of worship, held in various ways and places from the beginning of the Bible, illustrates the point well. If we comprehend its symbolism, we will have a better … Read the rest
For many atheists and agnostics, the idea of a God who encourages or demands praise and worship (Exodus 8:1, etc.) suggests a selfish and self-centered being. They presume that the divine desire for worship equals the needs of humans, whose … Read the rest
Like all important endeavors of life, a commitment to evangelism requires that we return to Scripture for instruction. But a Bible verse remains mere words on a page until it sinks deep into the reader’s heart.
Recently, Matthew 28:17, a … Read the rest
My name is Ashraf Khalil, but everyone who knows me calls me Ash.
I was born in Cairo, Egypt, in August 1969. My family members were Coptic Orthodox Christians. They worked hard and were well educated. I was the first … Read the rest
Have you seen the announcement from President Loren Stacy yet? Exciting news about a new look for CG7.
… Read the restI am delighted to announce that the General Conference Board of Directors, meeting in Denver, Colorado this week, approved a new look
The Old Testament is rife with symbols, types, and prophecies that point to the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. But as Paul notes in his second letter to the Corinthians, those references often are obscure and less than … Read the rest
“I’ve killed a man, and the thing is known!”
On the heels of that thought, the 40-year-old fled, leaving behind the only life he’d known: the best available education, and probable elevation to leadership of a great nation, escaping instead … Read the rest
2019 GC Convention is July 1-6 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Make your plans to attend. And don’t forget to visit me at the BA booth!
Registration is open! Visit https://cog7.org/convention. See you there!
Watch the message below from G. … Read the rest
