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Questions About Tongues
Mike James
Questions About Tongues
Mike James

In Acts 2, we have the first example of the gift of tongues occurring. The Holy Spirit caused this miracle to occur (Acts 2:4), and the miracle was the ability to speak in foreign languages and to be understood by speakers of that language (Acts 2:5-12).

Later in 1 Corinthians 12:10, we read that some will have the gift of speaking in tongues (diverse languages) and others will have the gift of interpreting those languages. The same Greek word here, glossa, is used in Acts 2, where it was clear we are speaking about foreign languages.

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Peace on the Horizon?
Mike James
Peace on the Horizon?
Mike James

With the recent release of the remaining 20 live Israeli hostages from Hamas control, there is hope for a lasting peace between Israel and the Palestinians. But some are suggesting the end of the war in Gaza might have more significant repercussions.

The Israeli side agreed to release 1,700 detainees and 250 other Palestinians serving life sentences in Israeli prisons. Humanitarian aid to Gaza will now flow in more freely and abundantly.

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Mixed Multitude
Mike James
Mixed Multitude
Mike James

As we near the fall holy days, I think it is important to reflect on what the fall holy days symbolize. One of the primary themes of these days is the salvation of humanity. Not all humanity, but I believe God will have more success than Satan.

I think it is important to reflect on the fact that God's plan was always with all of humanity and not just one nation or people. Oh yes, there is a story within the story, God working with Israel, but the bigger story was God's plans for all of humanity and not just one group.

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Has God Foreordained Our Days?
Mike James
Has God Foreordained Our Days?
Mike James

Among the various debates in Christianity, one revolves around the idea of determinism vs. free will. Some Christians believe God has already decided everyone's fate—whether we are saved or lost, and exactly how long we will live. The position of the Church of God is that God has not predetermined everything that will happen by His will.

Now, before I go any further, I do believe God can enforce His will on humanity and the history of the world, but He, for the most part, is not doing that. The Bible is full of examples in biblical history where God did make things happen.

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