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Abraham Lifted the Knife        
And He said, "Do not lay your hand on the lad, or do anything to him; for now I know that you fear God, since you have not withheld your son, your only son, from Me." —Genesis 22:12

An Old Story of Intercession        
If you are in a position to either accuse or intercede for the people who constantly defy you, which would you choose?

A Family Story        
“Somehow, amidst all the turmoil and trauma, our whole family managed to have this quiet confidence and strength in God and to trust that everything will be all right

Faith's Consequences: The Story of Rebekah        
Have you ever thought about the consequences of your faith and actions? Is God involved in the life decisions that you make? Let’s examine these questions as we take a look at Rebekah’s story.

The apostle Paul stresses that Abraham was justified before circumcision, not after (Romans 4:10-12). Circumcision was only a sign of the righteousness he had already received by faith. Aren't sacraments likewise only signs, with no effect?