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John Slider

Interests: running, reading, swimming, coaching

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XXVI

Those, then, who run down created existence and vilify the body are wrong; not considering that the frame of man was formed erect for the contemplation of heaven, and that the organization of the senses tends to knowledge; and that the members and parts are arranged for good, not for pleasure. Continue reading

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you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding... Continue reading

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Persecution of Christians in Kuwait

In Kuwait, Christians experience persecution at all levels of society, including government, local communities and even their families. Because no religion aside from Islam is considered an acceptable faith, life for Christians is dangerous, especially for Christian converts. Continue reading

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XXV

Happy he who possesses the culture of knowledge, and is not moved to the injury of the citizens or to wrong actions, but contemplates the undecaying order of immortal nature, how and in what way and manner it subsists. Continue reading

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“Come now, and let us reason together,” says Yahweh Continue reading

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John Jay - Address to the American Bible Society

It will be acknowledged that worldly wisdom is little conversant with the transcendent affairs of that kingdom which is not of this world; and has neither ability to comprehend, nor inclination to further them. Continue reading

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XXIV

And those, again, who are punished on account of sins committed by them, are punished for them alone; for what is done is past, and what is done can never be undone. Continue reading

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1 Timothy 2:1-2

petitions, prayers, intercessions, and givings of thanks, be made for all men: for kings and all who are in high places Continue reading

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XXIII

all things which were created for our use are good Continue reading

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Ephesians 1:9-10

...making known to us the mystery of his will Continue reading

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XXII

And his business is not abstinence from what is evil (for this is a step to the highest perfection), or the doing of good out of fear. Continue reading

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For this reason you also pay taxes... Continue reading

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XXI

Here I find perfection apprehended variously in relation to Him who excels in every virtue. Continue reading

Posted Nov 1, 2018 at Restart

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having the eyes of your hearts enlightened Continue reading

Posted Nov 1, 2018 at Restart

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John Jay on Securing Our Liberty

The most effectual means of securing the continuance of our civil and religious liberties, is always to remember with reverence and gratitude the source from which they flow. Continue reading

Posted Oct 31, 2018 at Restart

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XX

And the happiness of marriage ought never to be estimated either by wealth or beauty, but by virtue. Continue reading

Posted Oct 31, 2018 at Restart

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Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Continue reading

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XIX

In this perfection it is possible for man and woman equally to share. Continue reading

Posted Oct 30, 2018 at Restart

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Ephesians 2:8-9

by grace you have been saved through faith Continue reading

Posted Oct 30, 2018 at Restart

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XVIII

The decorous tendency of our philanthropy, therefore, according to Clement, seeks the common good; whether by suffering martyrdom, or by teaching by deed and word... Continue reading

Posted Oct 29, 2018 at Restart

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present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God Continue reading

Posted Oct 29, 2018 at Restart

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Persecution of Christians in Bhutan

Christians in Bhutan are viewed and treated as traitors to the country’s particular brand of nationalism. The government is intent on maintaining a strong national identity and unity by suppressing “foreign” elements, including Christianity. Continue reading

Posted Oct 26, 2018 at Restart

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Clement of Alexandria - The Stromata, Book IV, Chapter XVII

For who that has sojourned among you has not proved your perfect and firm faith? Continue reading

Posted Oct 26, 2018 at Restart

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2 Timothy 3:16-17

Every Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching Continue reading

Posted Oct 26, 2018 at Restart

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John Hancock on Signing the Declaration of Independence

We must hang together. Continue reading

Posted Oct 25, 2018 at Restart

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