In this episode we discuss the dwelling place of God. Specifically focusing on God dwelling within His people. We share information about the establishment of the first temple, built by King Solomon, as well as some of the exquisite places of worship we have visited around the world.

While these places can be dedicated to worship, and serve as gathering places for believers, God's true dwelling place is in the hearts of His people. God is not confined to physical structures like temples or church buildings.

One of our most memorable trips was to Athens, Greece and Istanbul, Turkey.
In Greece, we visited Mars Hill, the place spoken about in the book of Acts.
In Istanbul, Turkey we visited the ruins of the city of Ephesus, as well as the renown Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.

Mars Hill was a place where people worshipped various idols. The Apostle Paul preached a sermon to remember, to the men of Athens on Mars Hill. He told them that in all things they were too superstitious. He saw an altar with this inscription, "TO THE UNKNOWN GOD", whom they ignorantly worshipped. Paul declared to them, that is the God that made the entire world, and that He does not dwell in Temples made by hands.

In the book of 1 Corinthians, Paul tells the Corinthian church " Don't you know that you yourselves are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in your midst?"

When discussing sexual immorality, Paul says in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

"Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies."

When you accept Jesus Christ as your personal savior, your body becomes a temple for the Holy Spirit. He comes in and fills your temple. Treat your temple with reverence and respect, for it is a sacred space. Be mindful of what you do with your body. In the book of Romans, Paul says "to present your body as a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service"


Where the spirit of the Lord is there is liberty, however, don't use that liberty for a cloak of maliciousness. Listen to this episode, then check yourself. You want to be sure that w

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There have been many people calling themselves “prophets”, who have predicted the second coming of Christ, dating back to hundreds of years ago.

• 3 Christian Theologians predicted He would return in the year 500
• An Italian mystic said between 1200-1260
• A mathematician said He was coming at 8:00AM on Oct. 19, 1533
• Others said the years 1373, 1694, 1700, 1757, and the list goes on.

Some predictions were based on pure foolishness. In fact, one person used the size of Noah’s Ark in their calculation, predicting the year of the return of Christ.

The Bible states in the Book of Deuteronomy 18:22 “when a prophet speaketh in the name of the Lord, if the thing follow not nor come to pass, that is the thing that the Lord hath not spoken: "

Since their predictions didn't come true, they have all been “false prophets.”

There are also a number of people today, making predictions about when Christ will return. However, we know for a fact that their predictions are also incorrect, and they are also false prophets.

You ask how do we know this ? Well, we know it because Jesus said no man knows the day nor the hour when He is coming back, only the Father knows. So we suggest you not spend any time listening to their predictions.

However, we do know for sure that Jesus is coming back, because He said it, and his word is true. But its’ not for us to know the specific day or time.

Our message in this episode to believers, is that you live your life in a way that is pleasing to God. Live in such a way that believers as well as non-believers want to know more and more about this Jesus whom we say we love, speak, teach, and preach about. Jesus Christ is The Light of the World. Live life out loud, and be “Light Walkers”


Be Ready, Get Ready, and Stay Ready, for Christ Is Coming Back.

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To God Be The Glory!

How often have you heard someone say, “That’s not fair, life is not fair, or God is not Fair”. What does it mean to be “fair”?

When we see tragedy occurring throughout the world, or we experience something in our life that hurts, we sometimes ask, “Why do bad things happen to good people?

In spite of what you see happening in our world, or in your life, know that your complete faith and trust must be in God. Nothing happens in our life unless God ordains it, or allows it. God is good, and know that whatever happens, he is working it for our good.

We are not the first generation to experience disasters, tragedy, or have suffered at the hands of someone with evil intentions. Oftentimes, God allows these things to happen because we are being disciplined, or its part of a greater plan.

For example, remember what happened to Joseph when his brothers threw him in the pit? They meant it for “evil”, but God allowed it to happen for “good”. Joseph went from the pit to the palace, so he could be in a position to help the people survive the famine.

There are many things our minds will never quite understand. When some of us see suffering, catastrophic events, or what is perceived as “unfair”, we are quick to say “Why doesn’t God do something?”. Actually, what you see happening, is God doing something for a greater purpose than we know. Rest assured, God still has everything under control.

God is not fair. He is absolutely Excellent! God is a just God.

In this Episode, we will look at a small book in the Bible, the book of Habakkuk (haa-buh-kuhk), It will help us answer the question, “Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People”?

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Elder DeBorrah K. Ogans Amazon Author Page where you can review and learn more about books she has written, including her latest, "Proverbs Daily Devotional - Goldmine of Spiritual Wisdom" and "How Do I Love Thee - Food For Thought Before You Say I Do"

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To God Be The Glory!