Rebel to Redeemed…Sharing HIS Kind of Love
As we prepare to celebrate the 4th of July tomorrow, I thought it would be fitting to study a faithful hero who was both a slave and a slave trader, before he gained freedom in Christ. He then worked to abolish the institution of slavery in Great Britain. Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound that saved a wretch like me. […]
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Paul, was the author of the Hall of Faith found in Galatians. However, his own life was based on faith and he could very well be listed in the Hall of Faith. As I wind up the Hall of Faith series and prepare for the Heroes of Faith series, I could think of no one better than the apostle Paul […]
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In discussing who in the New Testament deserves to be listed in the Hall of Faith, Mary Magdalene seems a very logical choice. Other than Mary, the Mother of Jesus, Mary Magdalene is listed among the women who were the most faithful followers of Jesus. Her name derives from Luke 8:2 which says “Mary, called Magdalene.” The town of Magdala […]
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We discussed how Mary belonged in the Hall of Faith {although no one in the New Testament is mentioned in this list of spiritual giants}, but Mary was not alone on her journey. She had Joseph to walk beside her on this journey. We know little about Joseph, but we’re told he “went up from Galilee, out of the city […]
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No one mentioned in the New Testament is actually listed in the Hall of Faith. However, there are some in the New Testament that definitely deserves to be in the New Testament. More than anyone would be Mary and Joseph, the earthly parents of Jesus. They truly walked in faith and believed when the angel appeared to them. In the […]
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We all know the story of Jonah and the Whale. However, the story of how Jonah ended up in the whale is not as well known. The name Jonah means dove. “Now the word of the Lord came unto Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry against it; for their wickedness is […]
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Hosea was a prophet of God, who was called upon to live his life as a lesson and example for the nation of Israel. His obedience is why he belongs in the Hall of Faith. Hosea means salvation, He saves or He helps. “The beginning of the word of the Lord by Hosea. And the Lord said to Hosea, Go, take unto thee a […]
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Elisha was mentored by Elijah and with his mentor when he was taken to heaven. Elisha actually asked to receive a “double portion” of Elijah’s spirit. Elisha was a prophet, who received the power of Elijah, and was able to perform miracles. This is why he belongs in the Hall of Faith. Elisha means my God is salvation. God tells […]
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Elijah is one of only two people mentioned in the Bible as being “taken into heaven”. However, time and again he proved his faith to God and took a stand for righteousness. The name Elijah means my God is Yahweh. The story of Elijah is found in 1 & 2 Kings. In 1 Kings 17:1, we are introduced to […]
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As we have discussed, the Hall of Fame in Hebrews 11, refers to those that have visions. Ezekiel is a prophet that had visions, just as Joseph and Daniel had visions. The name Ezekiel means God strengthens. The story of Ezekiel is found in the book with his name in the Old Testament. The book contains many of his visions, […]
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In the Hall of Faith, we are told “And others had trial of cruel mockings and scourgings, yea, moreover of bonds and imprisonment” {Hebrews 11:36} belong in this special group. The prophet, Jeremiah, fits this description. The name Jeremiah means may God Exalt or exalted of the Lord. Jeremiah 1 recounts his calling from God. “ But the Lord said unto me, Say […]
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In the Hall of Faith, is listed those who were moreover of bonds and imprisonment. Micaiah is one of those whom this refers to. The name Micaiah means who is like God. Micaiah should not be confused with the prophet, Micah. The story of Micaiah can be found in 1 Kings 22. King Jehoshaphat of Judah goes to visit King […]
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In the Hall of Faith, is described as “they were stoned”. In 2 Chronicles, Zechariah is a son of one of the high priest. He is regarded as one of the prophets. In 2 Chronicles 24, Zechariah stands before the people and speaks out about the wickedness of King Joash. Verse 20 says, “Then the Spirit of God came on Zechariah […]
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In the Hall of Faith is mentioned and others had trial of cruel mockings and yea, moreover of bonds and imprisonment. One of those that endured mockings and imprisonment was the prophet, Jeremiah. The name Jeremiah means God exalts. Jeremiah was a Benjamite. He is also refereed to as the weeping prophet. In the early days of is ministry, Jeremiah […]
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In the Hall of Faith are mentioned the women received their dead by a resurrection. Last week we took a look at the widow of Zarephath. The prophet Elijah was used by God to provide food in the time of famine and raise her son from the dead. In 2 Kings 4, we find a second account of a child […]
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In the Hall of Faith, women received their dead by a resurrection are mentioned in Hebrews 11:35. One of these we know of is the widow of Zarephath. The story is found in 1 Kings 17, which also pertains the first visit of the prophet Elijah. Elijah went to King Arab to give him a message from God that there […]
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In the Hall of Fame, we are told that “out of my weaknesses were made strong”. Samson was made strong due to his hair and David was given strength to fight Goliath. One of whom God gave strength out of weakness and a miraculous recovery was King Hezekiah. He was king of Judah and son of King Ahaz. The name […]
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Moses parents were listed in the Hall of Faith. “By faith Moses, when he was born, was hid three months by his parents, because they saw he was a goodly child; and they were not afraid of the king’s commandment.” {Hebrews 11:23} Moses mother was named Jochebed, which means God is glory. She is described as a daughter of Levi, […]
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We all know the story of Samson and Delilah, but there is much more to Samson’s story than just the finale we are all familiar with. Samson was one of the last judge of the Israelites, before the kings or monarchy was instituted. His story is found in Judges 13-16. The name Samson means sun. The story of Samson starts […]
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Barak was a 12th-century BC ruler and Judge of Ancient Israel. As military commander in the biblical Book of Judges, Barak, with Deborah the prophetess, from the Tribe of Ephraim, defeated the Canaanite armies led by Sisera. The name Barak in the Bible means lightening. Barak was the son of Abinoam from Kedesh in Naphtali, Barak’s mother was from the […]
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