In The Word

In the Word is a weekly blog dedicated to exploring the deeper meanings of one word from the Bible. Each week, we delve into the original Hebrew or Greek context of a selected word to uncover its true significance. By understanding how these words were originally used in scripture, we learn how to apply their powerful messages to our lives today. Join us on this journey to enrich your spiritual study and daily walk with timeless biblical wisdom.

Guarding Against Ad Hominem Attacks: A Call to Renew Our Minds

Guarding Against Ad Hominem Attacks: A Call to Renew Our MindsFeJonesLive
Published on: 20/11/2024

In today’s world, where dialogue often escalates into heated debates, it has become increasingly common to see arguments devolve into personal attacks. The church, too, is not exempt from this pitfall. We need to guard our hearts against dishing out ad hominem attacks—those sneaky, character-targeting blows disguised as “wisdom quotes” or well-intentioned statements. But what exactly is an ad hominem attack, and why should we as believers steer clear of it?

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Is Attending Church Service Truly Congregating? A Deeper Biblical Examination

Is Attending Church Service Truly Congregating? A Deeper Biblical ExaminationFeJonesLive
Published on: 13/11/2024

In modern Christianity, the idea of "congregating" is often equated with attending church services. While gathering in a church building can be an important part of community life, this alone does not fulfill the deeper biblical call to "congregate."

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The New Covenant: An Internal Transformation

The New Covenant: An Internal TransformationFeJonesLive
Published on: 06/11/2024

The idea of the New Covenant is often a topic of discussion and sometimes misunderstanding, particularly within Christian circles. Many traditional interpretations suggest that the New Covenant introduced in the New Testament marks a departure from the laws and teachings of the Old Testament, essentially nullifying the Torah and the Mosaic Law given at Mount Sinai. However, a deeper study of the Hebrew scriptures, the cultural context, and the meanings of key Hebrew words reveal a different story.

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Proverbs 23:1-3: What It Means Today and How It Warns Us About More Than Just Food

Proverbs 23:1-3: What It Means Today and How It Warns Us About More Than Just FoodFeJonesLive
Published on: 30/10/2024

The Bible is often much deeper than what we see on the surface, and Proverbs 23:1-3 is a perfect example of this. At first glance, these verses seem to be about controlling our appetite, particularly when sitting down for a meal with someone powerful. But the truth is, this passage is about so much more than food—it’s about self-control, discernment, and the dangers of overindulgence in a world filled with temptations. Let's take a closer look at the true meaning of these verses and explore how their timeless wisdom applies to us today.

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