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2 Thessalonians
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Jeffrey Malone
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4/15/2025 1:39:07 PM
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The Book of 2 Thessalonians is a short epistle written by the Apostle Paul, likely with Silvanus and Timothy, to the church in Thessalonica. It addresses concerns about the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, clarifying that certain events, such as the rise of the “man of sin” and widespread apostasy, must occur before the day of the Lord. Paul encourages the believers to stand firm in their faith, warns against idleness, and urges them to continue working diligently while awaiting Christ’s return. The letter also offers comfort, exhorts steadfastness, and prays for God’s peace and grace to sustain the church amidst persecution and confusion.
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1 Thessalonians
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Jeffrey Malone
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3/4/2025 4:22:37 PM
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The book of 1 Thessalonians is one of the earliest letters written by the Apostle Paul, likely around A.D. 50–51, to the church in Thessalonica, a major city in Macedonia. Paul, along with Silas and Timothy, had established the church during his second missionary journey but was forced to leave due to persecution. Writing from Corinth, Paul addresses the young believers to encourage them in their faith, commend them for their perseverance amid suffering, and clarify misunderstandings about Christ’s return. The letter emphasizes themes of steadfastness, holiness, brotherly love, and the hope of Jesus’ second coming, offering both comfort and instruction to the early Christian community.
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The Life of Moses — The Man of God!
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Jeffrey Malone
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1/28/2025 4:09:29 PM
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Moses is a complex and multifaceted character whose life reflects themes of leadership, faith, struggle, and personal growth. Born into oppression and raised in Pharaoh’s palace, Moses embodies a tension between privilege and identity, as he later chooses solidarity with his enslaved Hebrew people. His character evolves from a hesitant, self-doubting individual—initially reluctant to accept God’s call at the burning bush—into a bold and resilient leader. Despite his humility and deep reliance on God, Moses wrestles with moments of anger, frustration, and doubt, particularly as he navigates the Israelites’ frequent complaints and rebellions during their journey to the Promised Land. A figure of profound faith and obedience, Moses also grapples with the burden of responsibility and the cost of leadership, ultimately serving as a testament to human imperfection and divine grace. His story is one of transformation and legacy, emphasizing perseverance and trust in the face of overwhelming challenges.
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Being Thankful at Christmas2024 Web
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Jeffrey Malone
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12/17/2024 4:50:31 PM
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An inspiring teaching about being grateful at Christmas. Feeling or showing an appreciation of kindness; thankful conscious of benefit received: for what we are about to receive make us truly thankful
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Mark 14-16
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Jeffrey Malone
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10/8/2024 4:59:36 PM
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Mark Chapters 10-13
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Jeffrey Malone
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9/17/2024 3:42:52 PM
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In Mark 10, Jesus teaches about divorce, blesses children, and discusses the difficulty of wealth entering the kingdom of God, followed by predicting His death for a third time. James and John ask to sit at His right and left in glory, and Jesus emphasizes servanthood. He heals blind Bartimaeus. In chapter 11, Jesus enters Jerusalem triumphantly, curses a fig tree, and cleanses the temple. Chapter 12 includes parables, teachings about paying taxes, the greatest commandment, and warnings about religious hypocrisy. In Mark 13, Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple and speaks about the signs of the end times, urging watchfulness and readiness for His return.
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Mark Chapters 10-13
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Jeffrey Malone
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9/17/2024 3:11:33 PM
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Mark chapters 10 through 13 cover various teachings and events in the life of Jesus. In chapter 10, Jesus discusses marriage, divorce, and the importance of childlike faith, predicts His death, and heals a blind man, Bartimaeus. Chapter 11 details His triumphant entry into Jerusalem, His cursing of a fig tree, and His cleansing of the temple. In chapter 12, Jesus engages in debates with religious leaders, teaching about paying taxes to Caesar, the greatest commandments, and the resurrection. Chapter 13 focuses on Jesus' prophecy about the destruction of the temple and the end times, warning His followers to stay alert for His return.
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Mark Chapters 5-9
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Jeffrey Malone
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9/17/2024 3:10:32 PM
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In Mark chapters 5 to 9, Jesus performs a series of miracles and teachings that demonstrate his authority and divinity. He heals a demon-possessed man, a woman with a hemorrhage, and raises Jairus’s daughter. Despite facing skepticism in Nazareth, he sends out his disciples to preach and heal. Jesus feeds five thousand, walks on water, and challenges the Pharisees on their traditions. He heals a Syrophoenician woman’s daughter and a deaf-mute man. Jesus feeds four thousand, warns about the Pharisees’ influence, and heals a blind man. Peter recognizes Jesus as the Messiah, but Jesus predicts his suffering. At the Transfiguration, Jesus is glorified. He heals a possessed boy, teaches on humility and servanthood, and warns against sin.
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Mark Introduction
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Jeffrey Malone
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9/17/2024 3:09:29 PM
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The Gospel of Mark is one of the four canonical gospels in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It is attributed to Mark, traditionally identified as John Mark, and is believed to have been written around AD 65-70. Mark's Gospel focuses on the ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, portraying him as the Son of God and the suffering Messiah. It emphasizes action and highlights Jesus' miracles and teachings.
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Mark Chapters 1-4
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Jeffrey Malone
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9/17/2024 3:07:33 PM
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Unlike the other synoptic gospels, Mark does not open with the birth of Christ or his childhood. The Jesus we find in chapter 1 is already an adult and capable of powerful miracles: Healing, exorcisms, etc. His fame also begins to spread; despite requests that the people remain silent concerning what they had witnessed.
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