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Why do it after baptism?        

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

By the Rivers of Babylon        
The Israelites' experiences of suffering and anguish seem to be in the distant past. But Psalm 137 transports us to that harsh reality in which we are enveloped with human emotions.

Living by Faith: Prayer        
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. —Hebrews 11:1

By the Brook of Cherith        
What exactly happened to prophet Elijah at the Brook of Cherith? Read on for a detailed analysis.

A Body Prepared by God        
Sacrifices and offerings thou hast not desired, but a body hast thou prepared for me... Lo, I have come to do thy will, O God. —Hebrews 10:5, 7

"You Shall Do No Work"        
What is the true meaning of God's command for the Sabbath? Read how the principles of Sabbath observance translate to our lives today.

What are sacraments?        

Dedication of Paul        
In his blindness, Paul resolved within himself the paradox of his life, that of misguided zeal and true devotion to God. Find out where this transformation led him.

There Is No God