In a perfect world, there are perfect choices. But how many of us have faced decisions in which there is no good option? It’s a case of being forced to choose the lesser evil while attempting to hold onto our integrity. There are some biblical principles to help us in our decisions with the reassurance that […]
November 16, 2015 in Chapel Worship/News by seminarygal
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Imagine the excitement in a football game when it’s the last few seconds of the 4th quarter when one team has 4th down and goal to go. The ball is spotted a mere foot from the goal line. The difference between 6 points needed to win the game (or none and losing the match) involves […]
November 10, 2015 in Chapel Worship/News by seminarygal
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The hardest journey is a 12-inch distance from a head of knowledge to a heart of faith. There are many obstacles to a rich person to entering the Kingdom of God. In Acts 24:22-27 , Governor Felix displays many obstacles that Satan commonly uses to keep us from a life of faith. This message was […]
November 10, 2015 in Chapel Worship/News by seminarygal
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By way of reminder, Advent Devotionals begin November 29th. This reminder of Incarnation is not to be confused with reincarnation which isn’t real and never happens. The Incarnation was real and actually happened, but only once. Announcing this year’s Seminary Gal Advent devotional series: Incarnation. Have you ever wondered exactly what the Incarnation is and […]
November 10, 2015 in Articles and Devotionals, Chapel Worship/News, Devotionals by seminarygal
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Step into any courtroom in the United States and you will be brought to attention with two simple words: All Rise! The court officer loudly proclaims it as the judge comes in and we all stand aware of the role of the court in our system of justice. “All Rise” implies several things. First, it’s […]
November 5, 2015 in Chapel Worship/News by seminarygal
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The Apostle Paul stands before Governor Felix with a clear conscience. All Rise before an earthly judge. But Paul knew there’s a greater judgment to come. Because Paul knew and understood the power of the Resurrection and the power of a blameless life, and the power of God to wash away sin with the blood […]
November 5, 2015 in Chapel Worship/News by seminarygal
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Today’s message is about how God’s sovereignty can change your life, your attitudes, and give you courage. It did for Paul. Last week, Paul was standing trial and he was the only witness stepping forward. He talks about having done his duty to God and gets in big trouble with the high priest. We observed […]
October 27, 2015 in Chapel Worship/News by seminarygal
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There’s an overcurrent above the heavens known only to God and it produces an undercurrent of faith and hope–invisible in the human heart–yet on full display in a faithful Christian’s life.
October 27, 2015 in Chapel Worship/News by seminarygal
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Can I get a witness? If there’s one big lesson from today’s message it would be this: Be prepared so that when God asks you “Can I get a witness?” your answer can be a resounding “Yes”! Can I get a witness? The answer in today’s passage (Acts 22:30-23:11) would be three-fold: “Apparently not, Yes, […]
October 21, 2015 in Chapel Worship/News by seminarygal
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“Can I get a witness?” In Acts 23, Paul would have to be his own witness. The high priest and the Sanhedrin would get more than they’d bargained for. Some commentators, in fact quite a consensus, think we’re seeing a rare glimpse of Paul’s sinful humanity and an apology to the high priest. I think not. Paul […]
October 21, 2015 in Chapel Worship/News by seminarygal
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