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Armageddon, Part 4: The daily difference any of it makes

Dec 9, 2019

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The Bible teaches that the world as we know it will come to an end. That’s what I’ve been exploring in a 4-part teaching series called Armageddon: What we know about the end of the world (and the difference it makes). So far we: got our bearings in a discussion with Dr. Brian Irwin (Part 1,…

Armageddon, Part 1: Getting Our Bearings with Dr Brian Irwin

Nov 18, 2019

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Matthew Ruttan

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There’s a lot of speculation about the end of the world. And it’s growing. Hollywood makes movies about it. People ask Siri or Google about it. Some people can’t stop talking about it. Some just scratch their heads! The Bible teaches that the world as we currently know it won’t last forever. So that’s what I’m…

Better understanding the ‘Fruit of the Spirit’ and how it works in Christians

Nov 5, 2019

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Matthew Ruttan

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What if there were nine virtues that all Christians inevitably show in their lives? I think there is. Let me explain. Karpos In the New Testament, the Greek word karpos comes up several times. Sometimes it is translated as “crop,” and others, as “fruit.” Here are some examples: In the well-known Parable of the Sower…

Expect to be different—and persecuted [Video]

Oct 13, 2019

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Matthew Ruttan

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The word ‘persecution’ as it relates to #faith usually makes you think of elsewhere. But we increasingly can’t make that assumption. Here’s why, and how to prepare.

More than just one or two “faith issues” at the polls

Oct 11, 2019

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Matthew Ruttan

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In an election, there are more ‘faith issues’ than you might think. How will the 20+ million Canadians who somehow identify with Christianity respond?