Part one of this series contained general comments on preventing suicide. In this post we will look at instances of suicide in the Bible. Please note: Just because the Bible has examples of suicide does not mean that it approves or even suggests doing it! On the contrary, it shows suicide as a horrible end [...]
Aug
28
Do not boast about visions
2 Cor. 12:1-9 is the climax of Paul’s “Foolishness” speech that began in 10:1. It is part of a larger context dealing with spiritual pride. Here is my note from reading the climax: Notice that Paul got a thorn in the flesh to prevent him from boasting about his positive special spiritual experience. Those today [...]
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Sep
25
Do Not Brag
by ffenby
Luke 9:18-22 has an interesting command. Peter has correctly stated that Jesus is Messiah, the Christ, the anointed one of God. Immediately Jesus commands the disciples not to tell anyone. Why not? Because Jesus must suffer, be rejected, die and be raised from the dead. How about us? Do we seek attention for the special [...]
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