It is most helpful whenever God defines terms for us in scripture. Hebrews 1:14 is an example of that, as it gives us a Biblical definition of angels: “Are they not all ministering spirits, sent out to render service for the sake of those who will inherit salvation?”
In John 17:3 we find another definition, from the lips of Jesus Himself, as to what “eternal life” really is. He said: “This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.” Continue reading
were extremely proud of how well he did. He taught himself to play the guitar this past year and has been developing both vocally and in his playing. But I am actually as proud or more so of the lyrics he composed for the song he presented. Michael wrote gospel lyrics to the tune of Cohen’s “Hallelujah”. I believe they are worthy of your reading and meditation — and perhaps as alternative lyrics to the song in your church or gospel meeting: 
hospital to meet their newly born sister, Josephine Grace, the girls were filled with excitement and wonder. And pondering her little sibling for the first time, Corley made a poignant observation: “She has a nose; just like us!” That statement immediately made me think of another birth, over 2000 years ago — the birth of Christ. 
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