Tag: history
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Christ’s Return and Our Urgent Responsibility
In the quiet of our homes, a persistent beeping from a smoke detector can be a nagging reminder of something important. Similarly, the signs of Christ’s imminent return are evident, and the question echoes: Are we ignoring the beep, or are we taking action? Christ, during His earthly ministry, foretold His return. Today, we witness…
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Cultural Shifts, Unchanging Word
The word “nice” has an interesting linguistic journey through history. Its current usage to describe something pleasant, agreeable, or kind is a relatively recent development compared to its earlier meanings. The word “nice” originated from the Latin word “nescius,” meaning “ignorant” or “unaware.” Over time, in Middle English, it shifted to mean “foolish” or “stupid.”…