Smith Wigglesworth, known as the Apostle of Faith, was an impactful evangelist who performed miraculous healings and even raised the dead. Born in 1859, he experienced a profound conversion and pursued God relentlessly. His dynamic ministry emphasized faith, purity, and holiness. Wigglesworth's life exemplified godly authority, and he believed in aggressive faith, leaving a legacy that inspires future ministries aimed at revival.
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Healing and the Atonement using Key Passages of Scripture
The article by Anthony D. Palma explores the relationship between divine healing and the Atonement through Scripture. It highlights Isaiah 53:4, which indicates that Christ bore our sicknesses and pains. The New Testament quotations affirm this connection, emphasizing healing as part of the redemptive work of Christ. Though the Atonement primarily addresses sin, it also encompasses physical healing, reflecting a holistic salvation for humanity.
Healing in the Atonement
The 53rd chapter of Isaiah emphasizes the sacrifice of Christ, linking spiritual salvation to physical healing. The author argues that Jesus' atonement addresses both sin and sickness, promoting faith as essential for healing. Miracles are accessible to all believers, not just ministers, and divine healing aligns with God's will. The text asserts that sickness is of the devil, and believers must actively resist it while embracing God's healing promises.
Who were the Samaritans?
The Samaritans occupied the country formerly belonging to the tribe of Ephraim and the half-tribe of Manasseh. The capital of the country was Samaria, formerly a large and splendid city. When the ten tribes were carried away into captivity to Assyria, the king of Assyria sent people from Cutha, Ava, Hamath, and Sepharvaim to inhabit Samaria (2 Kings … Continue reading Who were the Samaritans?
The Rich Man and Lazarus by Edward Fudge
The following has been extracted from Edward Fudge's book Hell: A Final Word Blame it on the King James Version if you wish. The dangling fruit was so beautiful and far too close to resist. Imagine that you are a preacher and you have been requested to present a sermon on hell—“for the young folks,” … Continue reading The Rich Man and Lazarus by Edward Fudge
Shaliah – Jewish Law of Agency
John 17:18 NASB You sent Me into the world, I also have sent them into the world. Sent – The Jewish law of agency, known as shaliah, is crucial for understanding the idea of an apostle. In fact, the verb itself, apostéllō, used here to speak of the mission of Yeshua and the mission of … Continue reading Shaliah – Jewish Law of Agency
Jesus Christ Will Govern from Jerusalem
This post is based on Appendix 3 of the Rev Bible https://www.revisedenglishversion.com/append/3 as it summarises the main scriptures and points that support a future physical Kingdom on earth that ruled by Jesus as His Father as given him all power and authority on earth. Every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus … Continue reading Jesus Christ Will Govern from Jerusalem
When Was the Book of Revelation Written?
by Wayne Jackson When was the book of Revelation written? Traditionally, the book of Revelation has been dated near the end of the first century, around A.D. 96. Some writers, however, have advanced the preterist (from a Latin word meaning “that which is past”) view, contending that the Apocalypse was penned around A.D. 68 or … Continue reading When Was the Book of Revelation Written?
Let the Dead Bury their Dead
As Jesus would never have told someone not to bury their father (a violation of the commandment to honor your father and mother), the only conclusion is that the man was referring to this "second burial" and why Jesus told him to "let the dead bury their dead."
Detailed look at Lazarus and the Rich man
Many Christians find it difficult to understand Jesus' parable about the rich man and Lazarus. Some believe that it is not a parable but a literal story. It is also supposed to support life after death. The one obvious issue is that the rich man has been judged and sent to Hades. The scriptures state … Continue reading Detailed look at Lazarus and the Rich man