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Galatians 5:28 We are one in Christ with all other believers. Ephesians 1:3 We are blessed with every spiritual blessing in ...
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Why ChatGPT doesn’t speak in tongues

Countering that, some will point to Paul saying in 1 Corinthians 13:1, “If I speak with tongues of men and of angels” and ...
A motorist slipped the following note under the windshield wiper of his car: “I’ve circled the block for 20 minutes. I’m late for an appointment, and if I don’t park ...
Big Spring, Texas / / July 23, 2025 / Wordsmith World Key Takeaways Reading the New Testament requires recognizing the cultural and historical gap between ancient writers and modern readers. Starting ...
The Bible starts out with one of the most profound statements ever made, one of the most challenged statements ever made. We ...
"Now Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he finished, one of his disciples said to him, 'Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples.' 2 And he said to them, 'When you pray, say: ...
A: It is true that a devout reception of holy Communion can forgive venial (less serious) sins. Like the Catechism of the ...
Have you wondered why these trucks are moving slowly? 2. What are they carrying and who benefits? This was different. It ...
Saint Markella of Chios, commemorated every year on July 22, remains an enduring beacon of purity, courage, and steadfast ...
One of the most painful experiences for a Christian woman in an abusive marriage is confiding in her pastor only to have her concerns dismissed or minimized. Instead of receiving support, she is ...
It isn’t every day that one finds themselves up close and personal with a man whose life is dedicated to unlocking the ...