Genesis is the book of beginnings. The early chapters are foundational to the rest of Scripture. They are foundational to life and what gives it value and purpose. In this Bible study we are going to “connect the dots” between the early chapters of Genesis and other parts of Scripture particularly those passages that deal with life …
Someone almost always asks the question. The most recent was a high school freshman at St. Paul Lutheran High School in Concordia, MO. “If we are successfully treating diseases with adult stem cells and there is no success at all with embryonic stem cells, then why is there such a push for embryonic stem cell research?” It is a good logical question, a question thinking people ask.
‘Walking’ in the womb? Professor Stuart Campbell of London’s Create Health Clinic has perfected an ultrasound technique that not only produces 3D images, but also shows fetal movement in real time (4D).
Since 1973, there have been more than 44 million abortions in the United States. LFL’s Word of Hope receives around 250 calls each month from people across the country hurting because of a past abortion. Many say the experience has devastated their lives, causing long-lasting emotional, psychological, and spiritual trauma.
“We need to discuss whether we should continue with this treatment.” The doctor’s words stun us. He might as well say, “There isn’t anymore hope.” Have you ever heard those words concerning yourself or someone you love? Are you struggling because you made a decision about removing treatment and still wonder whether or not it was the right one? If so, you’re in hope!
The theology of the cross is all about suffering, Christ’s and ours. As we share in Christ’s sufferings by faith, we also share Christ’s comfort in the midst of our own sufferings by faith.
So, why this cruelty? … The answer is simple. I do not love cockroaches!
Throughout history the Church has called abortion sin. Only recently have some started calling abortion salvation—a way out of a difficult situation (but it is not a way out). It only creates guilt and despair to which the Church must apply its most powerful message, the Gospel of Jesus.
A Bible study on offering hope and healing.
We believe, as God says, “Marriage should be honored by all” (Hebrews 13:4). May God give us the faith, wisdom, and courage to bring honor to this great blessing from Him.