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How should Christians live in the midst of the present world condition of evil, same-sex marriage, lack of morality, and religious persecution? The Bible gives the answers. 1. We must be strong in our faith and beliefs. We cannot buckle under pressure to conform. Giving into the worldly ways and thinking ...

“Earnestly desire spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy” Paul told the church. (1 Cor. 14:1, NASB). The Greek word translated “earnestly desire” means to “burn with zeal, desire passionately, and pursue.” Paul says that he wishes every believer would prophesy (v. 5). “The one who prophesies speaks to people ...