The world is crazy. Busy every moment. Through all the NOISE-- how can I know Christ and His love, His principles for my life today? From the online YouTube and Facebook podcast streams we bring the audio version of Bible study series and encouraging thoughts to direct us to our Lord Jesus Christ. "Hold fast the pattern of sound words which you have heard from me (Paul), in faith and love which are in Christ Jesus." 2 Timothy 1:13 Mark Rogers has been enjoying the scriptures for for 40 years ...
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What instruction is there for Christian children from God's word? (N. Berry)
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17:22Send us a text This episode explores the importance of the Bible as the ultimate authority, focusing on Psalm 119:128. The message also addresses the challenges faced by young people, encouraging them to live in obedience to their parents and God's word for a blessed life. It delves into how believers should approach various earthly relationships, …
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Wisdom for Christian Wives and Mothers from 1985 (N. Berry)
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32:20Send us a text In this 1985 address by Norman Berry, he emphasizes biblical principles for wives and mothers, based on scripture. He begins with Psalm 119:128, underscoring the importance of obedience and submission to God's word. Mr. Berry discusses how husbands and wives should view their roles, focusing on the concept of obedience from both side…
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Biblical Guidance for Husbands: Insights from scripture in 1985 (N.Berry)
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20:10Send us a text In this session, Norman Berry discusses the roles and responsibilities of husbands, using Psalm 119:128 as a foundation. He emphasizes the importance of obedience and submission to God's word, applying these principles to all family members. Berry highlights Ephesians 5, urging husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church,…
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Guiding Fathers: Insights from Norman Berry's-- 1985 Address
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27:13Send us a text In a detailed 1985 address, Norman Berry delves into the spiritual responsibilities of fathers, stressing the importance of obedience and submission according to biblical teachings. Referencing Psalm 119 and Deuteronomy 6, Berry underscores the necessity for fathers to lead their families by example, instructing their children and ma…
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God's grace comes--when man takes his rightful place (1 Samuel 4 & 7)
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15:32Send us a text A short lesson from 1 Samuel 4 and 7 written by C. H. Mackintosh. The moment a man takes his right place, God can meet him in perfect grace — free, sovereign, unqualified grace: the fullness of God waits on an empty vessel. Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy CH Mackintosh
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2nd step for REVIVAL of God's people (Nehemiah 8:1-9)
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21:35Send us a text Can we see the progression through the book of Nehemiah on how God is working with His people? Can He work with us today in the same manner-- if we let Him? Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy Mark Rogers
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Send us a text Today's message from The Lord is Near devotional for June 13, 2025 Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy Mark Rogers
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How shall I meet with Christ in worship? (Address #3b of 4) (J. Brereton)
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32:43Send us a text In this Address #3b of 4 meetings, John Brereton explains the spiritual truth that all believers in Christ are united into one body, the body of Christ, through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit—a work that began at Pentecost. 1 Corinthians 12 shows that while believers may come from diverse backgrounds (Jews, Gentiles, bond, or free…
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Faithful men & God keeping lists (Nehemiah 7)
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21:11Send us a text Nehemiah chapter 7 highlights the importance of careful organization and leadership. After rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, Nehemiah ensures the city's protection by appointing gatekeepers, singers, and Levites. He also organizes a genealogical record of the people to ensure each family is recognized, emphasizing the value of ident…
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Enemy of God brings 3 types of fighting against His purposes (Nehemiah 6)
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20:07Send us a text Recorded in Dec. 2023, this portion continues to ring forward in all ages as the enemy enemy of our souls comes at us with the same handful of tactics-- and many still don't understand or see how the enemy operates. The “wiles of the devil” is laid out here clearly. Compare this chapter 6 of Nehemiah to Ephesians 6! Picture of warfar…
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How shall I meet with Christ in worship? (Address #3a of 4) (J. Brereton)
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30:13Send us a text John Brereton continues this Part 3 (first half of meeting) of 4 addresses from the late 1970's on these truths found from 'cover to cover' in the scriptures regarding as to how, where and Whom to meet unto. Romans 15:4: “For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort …
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How shall I meet with Christ in worship? (Address #2 of 4) (J. Brereton)
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54:51Send us a text John Brereton continues this Part 2 of 4 Parts from the late 1970's on these truths found from 'cover to cover' in the scriptures regarding as to how, where and Whom to meet unto. Romans 15:4: “For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have…
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Send us a text During a time of famine in Gilgal, the sons of the prophets gathered before Elisha, relying on him for sustenance. But one of them, in order to increase the group's resources, gathers a lapful of fruit which he believes will be useful to all. This fruit, gathered by the man in his ignorance, brings "death in the pot." All their food …
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How shall I meet with Christ in worship? (Address #1 of 4) (J. Brereton)
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39:35Send us a text This is Part ONE of a FOUR message series by John Brereton delivered over 40 years ago. We find, when we look at this wonderful subject, that in order to begin any consideration of it, we must go back to the Old Testament. This is because the concept of the Lord’s gathering a people to His name where He might enjoy their company arou…
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I shall not be in want (Psalm 23) (Phillip Keller)
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16:57Send us a text As we lie down in green pastures or walk through the shadowy valley, we're assured that whatever our path, whatever our stumbling, the Shepherd will lovingly guide, carry, and protect us. We can depend on His goodness and mercy all the days of our lives. Readers will find comfort, guidance, and reassurance with A Shepherd Looks at Ps…
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Christ's testimony on earth has been damaged (Philippians 2:1-2) (B.Anstey)
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6:48Send us a text The enemy (Satan) was not only trying to destroy the testimony of the Philippians in that region through persecution from adversaries outside the Christian company (chap. 1), but he was also trying to destroy their testimony by stirring up dissension within the Christian company (chap. 2). Our adversary has had great success on these…
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True Liberty for a Saint is Obedience (J.N.D)
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12:33Send us a text (An excerpt from a letter from J.N. Darby) Taken from Hebrews 13 The spirit of obedience is the great secret of all godliness. The spring of all evil from the beginning has been independence of will. Obedience is the only rightful state of the creature, or God would cease to be supreme - would cease to be God. Where there is independ…
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To Lie Down in Green Pastures (Psalm 23:2) (Phllip Keller)
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22:47Send us a text As we lie down in green pastures or walk through the shadowy valley, we're assured that whatever our path, whatever our stumbling, the Shepherd will lovingly guide, carry, and protect us. We can depend on His goodness and mercy all the days of our lives. Readers will find comfort, guidance, and reassurance with A Shepherd Looks at Ps…
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The Lord is my Shepherd (Psalm 23:1) (Phillip Keller)
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20:18Send us a text As we lie down in green pastures or walk through the shadowy valley, we're assured that whatever our path, whatever our stumbling, the Shepherd will lovingly guide, carry, and protect us. We can depend on His goodness and mercy all the days of our lives. Readers will find comfort, guidance, and reassurance with A Shepherd Looks at Ps…
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Repentance from prodigal son & Rejoicing of the father (Luke 15)
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18:01Send us a text And in this last parable of Luke 15, we often call the prodigal, this young man in this parable, the prodigal son. We find in detail the work of the Spirit of God that worked in your life and mine to bring us back to the Father's house. Enjoy this short message on the parable of the prodigal son edited from Steve Stewart's address gi…
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Blessed art thou, Simon--Get thee behind me, Satan. (Matthew 16)
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7:13Send us a text The two parts of this title stand out in sharpest contrast with each other, even though they were spoken to the same man by the same Speaker — the Lord Jesus Christ — and are found only six verses apart in Matthew 16. This is a short commentary of these 2 interactions with Peter by our Lord Jesus Christ. https://bibletruthpublishers.…
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Bitterness-- and sweetness to follow (Exodus 15)
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8:00Send us a text A short reading of 5 verses from Exodus 15, and short commentary on the tree that had to be cast into the bitter waters that the children of Israel found as they entered the desert. Full written text can be found: https://www.stempublishing.com/magazines/OSW/51-60/osw52g.html Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.com…
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What does Christ see in the church today? (Laodicia example)
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5:46Send us a text written in 1879---146 years ago "The last 25 years has found many to be little spiritually able to detect where the rights of Christ or the principles of truth were encroached upon as we as a church have been in the Laodician 'luke warmness', as found in the end of Revelation 3." Abridged from W. T. Turpin in "The Voice," Submit ques…
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Send us a text The first piec of the armour of God is the "girdle of truth" in Ephesians 6:14. What are some practical thoughts on how this can impact my life today in the culture that I live in? This is an excerpt from an address given at the Detroit Bible Conference in 1965 by Gordon Hayhoe. Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.c…
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Learning the Red Heifer (Numbers 19) Part 1/3
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43:56Send us a text Restoration from Defilement: Lessons from Numbers 19 Over the past little while, there have been questions about failure, restoration, and how assemblies should deal with serious failure. Using Numbers 19, we explore principles of restoration illustrated in the Old Testament. The chapter focuses on purification after defilement, emph…
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Foundation Truths for the Christian (Romans 6) by Nick Simon
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23:40Send us a text Much anguish and uncertainty abides with many Christians because a true appreciation of Romans 6. Nick Simon brings out clear points in this chapter to take notes with for contemplation of our position in Christ. #CTOC #Christ #Romans 6 #Romans Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.com…
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"Blessed are the Peace Makers" (Warren Wiersbe)
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36:32Send us a text Warren Weiersbe delivered this message on the Beattitudes from Matthew 5 many years ago. And it is so relevant today as PEACE is diminishing on all sides. But Warren points us to the Prince of Peace-- and who He is perfect peace! Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.com…
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Moses & his learning in his last 40 years (Part 3/3)
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33:39Send us a text Moses was finally put to the test here in the last stage of his life. He learned in the first 2 phases of his life major lessons and now God was going to test him on his learnings in dependance upon God. There are significant learnings that Moses learns in this stage that we can look in on and see how this can help our own pathway wi…
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Moses: his age 40-80 years & God's schooling (Part 2/3)
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16:24Send us a text Here is Moses' SECOND stage of his life. He has to UNLEARN what he learned earlier. Moses' life can be divided into 3 segments of 40 years each. Ted Allan takes up the SECOND section of his life. That 40 years of his life in under 20 minutes. There is much to learn from Moses' life when he enters the school of God! Submit questions a…
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Moses: he learned the WRONG stuff for his first 40 years.. (Part 1/3)
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6:36Send us a text Moses had the opportunity to learn in the world's finest education institution at the time-- the highest learning in Egypt. And so God had to take him to the next Phase 2 in the next 40 years. Moses' life can be divided into 3 segments of 40 years each. Ted Allan takes up the first 40 years of his life in under 20 minutes. There is m…
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An outline of "Something old, something new" (Bill Brockmeier)
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43:19Send us a text Bill Brockmeier brings out a plateful of truths under the outline of the of the old rhyme of "something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue". Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy Mark Rogers
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Close to the Lord Jesus in the YOKE and His hand (10.24.24)
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23:32Send us a text We slide through October 2024 and God's hand is moving. When we look at Joshua we see God directing him, and he has to submit and obey God's guidance. Good instruction for today. Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy Mark Rogers
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What does it mean to be 'gathered unto His name'? (Matt. 18:20)
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41:01Send us a text Eric Smith- long-time missionary to Bolivia in the 1920's thru 1940's, shares sweet meditations on Matthew 18:20. He gives history of the brethren there in Bolivia asking questtions. This address was delivered in 1971. Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy Mark Rogers
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Can you see God's hand moving at end of 2024?
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33:59Send us a text Seeing the world and then looking into Scripture to find out how men and women of God were able to see God's hand moving. Brother Bill mentions Belshazzar in Babylon times with Daniel wanting to see what this means-- but could not! Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.com…
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Seeing God's arm made 'bare' here in these times?
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32:33Send us a text There are a couple verses talking about making God's arm 'bare'. There are reasons for this. And then we review 7 key aspects in the life of Joseph where God is "behind the scenes, moving the scenes". During these times seeking His Face as the world upheavals continue? Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.com…
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Send us a text A short gospel on "why are we here?" And then discussing how the STORMS of LIFE can strengthen our faith in the Master- our Lord Jesus Christ! Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy Mark Rogers
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West Indies STORM + Storms in our LIVES (10.08.24 Live Stream)
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43:29Send us a text The world is changing FAST. The U.S.A. will see some changes here in November. Souls around the world are suffering. And all can be comforted by our Lord Jesus. Which scriptures can be comforting for TODAY for you? Join us live as we see God's hand move in the coming weeks! #CTOC #prayer Submit questions and comments to www.Thoughtso…
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Send us a text A message from Doug Buchannen laying down the foundation for holiness unto GOD with Exodus 12 and Levitus 23 as examles. Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy CTOC with Mark Rogers
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Send us a text Do I see SIN the same way that God sees SIN? What if my perspective is not aligned with His perspective on this matter? Let's see what the word of God says in this short excerpt from Bill Prost's longer message called "Perspectives". www.CommonThoughtsofChrist.com Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.com…
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Ephesian 6: The Armour of God (Bill Prost)
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50:43Send us a text Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy Mark Rogers
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Part 5/8- The Rapture & the "encouraging effect" on a believer
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9:23Send us a text Here is the FIFTH of Eight Effects that the Rapture that might have on the saint today waiting for Him. "Even so come Lord Jesus" Links to purchase either a hardcopy or Kindle below: Hardcopy: Book #P-437 -https://christiantruthpublishing.blogspot.com/ Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/Lords-Coming-Rapture-Practical-Effect-ebook…
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Part 4/8: The Rapture & the "comforting effect" upon a believer
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14:08Send us a text Here is the FOURTH of Eight Effects that the Rapture that might have on the saint today waiting for Him. "Even so come Lord Jesus" Links to purchase either a hardcopy or Kindle below: Hardcopy: Book #P-437 -https://christiantruthpublishing.blogspot.com/ Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/Lords-Coming-Rapture-Practical-Effect-eboo…
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Part 3/8: The Rapture & the "seperating effect" on the believer
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12:06Send us a text Here is the THIRD of Eight Effects that the Rapture that might have on the saint today waiting for Him. "Even so come Lord Jesus" Links to purchase either a hardcopy or Kindle below: Hardcopy: Book #P-437 -https://christiantruthpublishing.blogspot.com/ Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/Lords-Coming-Rapture-Practical-Effect-ebook…
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Part 2/8: The RAPTURE & the "purifying effect" upon the believer
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12:08Send us a text Here is the SECOND of Eight Effects that the Rapture that might have on the saint today waiting for Him. "Even so come Lord Jesus" Links to purchase either a hardcopy or Kindle below: Hardcopy: Book #P-437 -https://christiantruthpublishing.blogspot.com/ Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/Lords-Coming-Rapture-Practical-Effect-eboo…
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Part 1/8- The Rapture & the "wooing effect" upon the saint of God
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13:06Send us a text "Comfort one another with these words". The verse that Paul ends the portion in 1 Thess. 4 Here is a short reading on the FIRST of Eight Effects that the Rapture (Lord's coming FOR His saints) might have on the saint today waiting for Him. "Even so come Lord Jesus" Links to purchase either a hardcopy or Kindle below: Hardcopy: Book #…
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Send us a text Are you like Mary Magdelene on the first day of week? Or like Thomas the first resurrection morning? Or like Thomas 8 days later? The writer John takes careful note to include this story of the disciple Thomas in John 20. There are interesting points to enjoy today as He seeks worshippers. Submit questions and comments to www.Thought…
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Tabernacle Talk (6/6): How is Christ seen in the Levite priest's garments?
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1:00:48Send us a text We wrap up the Tabernacle Talks with the priest's garments! How do these garments show Christ and His work for us presently? Join in to pick up some nugget to enjoy that Jehovah gave us in this Old Testament picture! Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy Tim H, Nate B, Josh C, Mark R
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Tabernacle Talk (5/6: Seeing Christ outside of the Tabernacle in the Court
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48:39Send us a text What would the average Israelite see as he walked through the gate to offer his animal on the brazen alter? And when we look at the fence and gate surrounding the court we see beauties there to enjoy for today as a believer and child of God! Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.com…
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Tabernacle Talk (4/6: Are the Tabernacle curtains a type of Christ?
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46:20Send us a text There are type and pictures of our Lord Jesus Christ hidden in the 4 coverings of the Tabernacle! Plus the outer structure has implications for us as believers in the body of Christ. Submit questions and comments to www.ThoughtsofChrist.comBy Tim H, Josh C, Nate B, Mark R
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Tabernacle Talk (3/6): Passing into the Holy Place
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36:48Send us a text We now go into the Holy Place, where the priests could come in to eat of the table of shewbread, trim the lamps and offer incense for a sweet savor. Join us for this brief overview to see the glories of our Lord Jesus Christ and see the privilege of being a priest before Him serving today! Submit questions and comments to www.Thought…
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