Monthly Archives: October 2013

John 20:23: How Do I Interpret it?

Posted on 10/21/2013 by Paul Pavao

I’ll give you both my video and email response to this question sent by a reader. Video first: Then the email: I think John 20:23 says that the church has a lot more power than we usually think. The apostles … Continue reading →

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Daily Passage on Works: Day 4

Posted on 10/20/2013 by Paul Pavao

I am conducting an experiment. I am going to post one verse or passage a day for as long as I can that addresses works for the Christian. I’m guessing I can keep it up for at least six months. … Continue reading →

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To Whom Will the Lord Not Impute Sin?

Posted on 10/20/2013 by Paul Pavao

The apostle Paul tells us, “Blessed is the one to whom the Lord will not impute sin” (Rom. 4:8). I think we all would agree such a person is blessed! The question is, who is that person? I love the … Continue reading →

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Daily Works Verses #3

Posted on 10/19/2013 by Paul Pavao

See introduction and explanation. This is a series that is in addition to my regular posts. If you arrive at the home page and see this post, make sure you check the second post as well. Day 3: [Jesus Christ] … Continue reading →

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Daily Works Verses #2

Posted on 10/18/2013 by Paul Pavao

See explanation and introduction. Day 2: This saying is faithful, and concerning these things I desire that you affirm confidently, so that those who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable … Continue reading →

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Warn the Unruly, Knock Out the Fainthearted: WHY?

Posted on 10/18/2013 by Paul Pavao

I am elevating a comment of mine to a post. There are other comments on that page, which you may want to read to put mine in context. Communication in the internet is important, but difficult. Part of the problem … Continue reading →

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Emphasis on Works?

Posted on 10/17/2013 by Paul Pavao

I’m sure some people think that I have an overemphasis on works. I am going to try an experiment. I am going to post one verse or passage a day for as long as I can that addresses works for … Continue reading →

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The Church as a Corporation

Posted on 10/17/2013 by Paul Pavao

Somebody got the bright idea a few years ago that churches should be managed like businesses. So pastors became CEOs, and ministry was put on an assembly line.—J. Lee Grady I agree with the J. Lee Grady, except on the … Continue reading →

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Having the Holy Ghost and Going to Hell

Posted on 10/16/2013 by Paul Pavao

I was reading a book today, and it was very convicting. In fact, I went through our movies and pulled about 15 out to be thrown away. I was happily surprised to see how many I didn’t have to throw … Continue reading →

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Overcomers: What Are We Overcoming and What Are We Living For?

Posted on 10/15/2013 by Paul Pavao

Yesterday I met a boy, Johnny, for the second time. The first time was several years ago. He has been burned over his entire body. The last time I met the sister who plucked him from the fire like a … Continue reading →

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