Matthew 17:14-21 describes Jesus healing a demon-possessed boy after the disciples’ failed attempt. When they ask, Jesus tells the disciples their faith was too small to cast out the demon. The passage emphasizes the power of faith, even in small amounts like a mustard seed, to perform miracles. It also highlights Jesus’s frustration with the […]
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In two of my prior blogs (“Do You Understand God’s Promises About Heaven?” at https://jmhowington.com/2025/05/17/do-you-understand-gods-promises-about-heaven/ , and “Why Will There Be No Marriage in Heaven?” at https://jmhowington.com/2025/06/03/why-will-there-be-no-marriage-in-heaven/ ), I discussed how Jesus explained that the Sadducees’ ignorance of God’s power led them to the conclusion that there is no such thing as resurrection. And that
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In Mark 12:25-27, Jesus refutes the Sadducees’ understanding of the resurrection and afterlife and asserts that in the resurrection, people will neither marry nor be given in marriage. Jesus corrects the Sadducees’ understanding of the resurrection, stating that in the afterlife, people will not be engaged in earthly marital relationships. This contrasts with the Sadducees’
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Sometimes, a superficial understanding, or a great knowledge slightly misguided/bios, about the Scriptures and the power of God can lead to wrong ideas, bad doctrine, or false teaching. Even priests, Bible scholars, and those who have devoted years to Bible study can be mistaken because they failed to open their minds to the message God
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Jesus knew, quoted (Mark 12:29, 30), and affirmed the Shema, the foundational Jewish prayer, when asked about the greatest commandment in the Law. Specifically, He said that loving the One and only God is the first and most significant of all the commandments. And He taught that what God really wants from man is love.
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The Book of Obadiah delivers a compelling message about God’s judgment on Edom and the vindication of His people. Obadiah clearly shows that God’s wrath and judgment came upon Edom for mistreating a “brother” nation. It highlights the theme of divine judgment against Edom, a nation descended from Esau, who is emblematic of pride and
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The Biblical Book of James concentrates on questions of daily living in God’s good creation. The Book of James can be divided into two parts. Chapter 1 introduces Jesus and the wisdom He offers. And chapters 2-5 contain twelve teachings and an encouragement for perseverance in prayer. James, in chapter 5 verse 13, advised that
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Psalm 33:6-9 celebrates God’s creative power, sovereignty, and faithfulness. Rather than relying on earthly strength, the Lord’s people can trust in His omnipotent power. This results in collective praise for God and His unfailing love for those who trust and hope in Him. Because God is righteous, just, loving, and all-powerful, all the inhabitants of
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King Saul, Israel’s first king, and his three sons were killed in battle against the Philistines, dying on the slopes of Mount Gilboa (1 Samuel 31:1-8). It was the sad ending of a tragic life, concluding the story of a man who came to the throne humble but left it hardened, bitter against both God
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In God’s reassuring message of His grace says He will always be with you. When God is with you, how can people possibly make your circumstances uncomfortable? (Hebrews 13:5, 6) We are covered by His grace. We never need to be anxious about anything we face! Consider the Daily Bread email message sent on 7/11/2022
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