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“It shall come to pass, when you be multiplied and increased in the land, in those days”, says the Lord, “they shall say no more, “The Ark of the Covenant of the Lord:” neither shall it come to mind: neither shall they remember it; neither shall they visit it; neither shall it be magnified anymore.” (Jeremiah 3:16)

Which is the centre of the earth on a world map that bridges three continents of Europe, Asia and Africa? It’s the Middle East and lying central in this region is the country of Israel. The holiest city in all … Continue reading

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He that overcomes, the same shall be clothed in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels. (Revelation 3:5)

Here is the risen Jesus talking through the apostle John to the church in Sardis. This is one of the seven churches that Jesus addresses through John. I’m used to hearing this verse being preached in the context of maintaining … Continue reading

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Miriam and Aaron spoke against Moses because of the Ethiopian woman whom he had married: for he had married an Ethiopian woman. (Numbers 12:1)

This accusation happened during the time of the exodus from Egypt and there are interesting nuggets of truth hidden in this story that can richly bless us. Miriam and Aaron are Moses’ siblings and they are accusing their brother Moses … Continue reading

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