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Belief, Doubt, and the 40 Days Nobody Talks About

Easter Sunday gets all the attention. But what about Monday? If you're still wrestling with doubt after Easter, you're in better company than you think. Even Jesus's own disciples needed 40 days of convincing. Here's what Matthew, Luke, John, and Acts actually say about belief, trust, and working it out.

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Why Did Jesus Really Come?

Many people believe Jesus came mainly to secure personal salvation, but the Bible tells a much larger story. This article explores why Jesus came, how the kingdom of God reframes the Christmas story, and what it means to participate in God’s renewing work on earth. Ideal for the spiritually curious, skeptics, seekers, and anyone rethinking faith through a deeper biblical lens.

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