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13 REASONS YOUR HEART IS BEATING FASTER THAN USUAL. The sensation of rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeats, also known as palpitations, can have various causes. Why your heart is beating faster than usual. Science Photo Library/Getty Images While many palpitations are harmless, some may be associated with underlying medical conditions. Here are some possible reasons for palpitations: 1. Stress and anxiety: Emotional stress and anxiety can trigger the release of adrenaline, which can lead to palpitations. 2. Caffeine and stimulants: Consumption of caffeine, nicotine, and certain medications or supplements can stimulate the heart and cause palpitations. 3. Dehydration: Inadequate fluid intake can lead to electrolyte imbalances, affecting the heart's rhythm. 4. Hormonal changes: Hormonal fluctuations, especially during menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause, can contribute to palpitations. 5. Thyroid issues: Overactive or underactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism or hypothyroid...

States of the Mind Johnie Edwards Plainfield, Indiana The state of one's mind is important. Solomon said, "For as he thinketh in his heart so is he. . ." (Prov. 23:7). It is important that we keep our mind in a good state, for God "searcheth the hearts and knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit. . ." (Rom. 8:27). Let's take a look at some good states of the mind. A Sound Mind The word sound as used in this lesson means "to be healthy, sound in health or wholesome" (Vine). Paul said, "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind" (2 Tim. 1:7). Young men are exhorted "to be sober minded" (Tit. 2:6). Do you have a sound mind? A God-Glorifying Mind One purpose of our minds is to glorify God. Paul told the Romans, "That ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ" (Rom. 15:6). We glorify God in being a Christian (i Pet. 4:16); in sp...

Who Is Lucifer (Ezekiel 28:14)? Ezekiel chapter 28 begins by instructing the prophet to speak to the "prince of Tyre" (v. 2). In the middle of the chapter, the prophet is told to "take up a lamentation for the king of Tyre" (v. 12). This lamentation contains wording that has led some commentators to conclude that the prophet is speaking of Satan. It says to the king of Tyre, "you were in Eden, the garden of God" (v. 13), "you were the anointed cherub" (v. 14) and "You were perfect in your ways from the day you were created, till iniquity was found in you" (v. 15). In my judgment, nothing in the text indicates that this language refers to Satan; rather, it uses references to Eden and heaven to illustrate the change in the relationship that Tyre enjoyed with the Israelites and God, as a result of the sins of the current king of Tyre. Centuries before the time of Ezekiel, the Davidic monarchy established a special relationship ...

Classification Of Parables A. God's expectations for Israel 1. Big Dinner: Lk 14:16-24 2. Marriage Feast: Mt 22:1-14 3. Wicked Vine-growers: Mt 21:33-46; Mk 12:1-12; Lk 20:9-19 4. Fruitless Fig Tree: Lk 13:6-9 5. Old & New Treasures: Mt 13:52 B. Advice to Soul-Winners on Evangelism 1. Sower: Mt 13:3-8; Mk 4:4-8; Lk 8:5-8 2. Tares: Mt 13:24-30 3. Mustard Seed: Mt 13:31-32; Mk 4:3-32; Lk 13:18-19 4. Leaven: Mt 13:33; Lk 13:20-21 5. Mystery of the Growing Seed : Mk 4:26-29 6. Hidden Treasure: Mt 13:44 7. Pearl of Great Price: Mt 13:44 8. Fish Net: Mt 13:47 9. (Fruitless Fig Tree: Lk 13:6-9 repeated from section A) 10. Lost Sheep: Lk 15:3-7 11. Lost Coin: Lk 15:8-10 12. Lost Son (prodigal): Lk 15:11-32 C. Serving God 1. Two Foundations: Mt 7:24-27; Lk 6:47-49 2. Pounds: Lk 19:11-27 3. Talents: Mt 25:14-30 4. Labourers in the Vineyard: Mt 20:1-16 5. Two Sons: Mt 21:28-32 6. Counting the Cost: (Tower & King) Lk 14:25-33 7. Dishonest Steward: Lk 16:1-14 8. Unworthy Ser...

God’s Plan of Salvation By C.W. Fell Notice in John 3:16 that God “gave” his Son. God did not owe us a plan of salvation. He was not indebted to give us a plan of salvation. This plan of salvation was given as an unmerited favor by God to mankind while we were still dead in our sins. How does a sinner obtain salvation? People have different ideas about God’s plan of salvation. Overcoming these differences can be difficult at times, but it is not impossible. In fact, most of us are much closer to agreement than we realize. For example, let’s take Romans 3:23, “For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.” Here is a simple point we all agree on. Regard- less of what name you wear, whether Assembly of God, Baptist, Catholic, Church of Christ, Independent, Lutheran, Methodist, Pentecostal, or Presbyterian we all agree on this point. Next, we all agree with Romans 6:23, “The wages of sin is death.” This teaching transcends all the boundaries of division. How Does On...

                    Bible on Pornography By Tommy Glendol McClure The morals of our nation and man-kind continue to erode and decay just as cancer slowly conquers its victim. Pornography, another moral issue viewed by many as being harmless, is a prime mover and largely to blame for this downward slide into the cesspool of moral decay and sin. Recently, pornography has risen its ugly head on the information superhighway, the World Wide Web. I am reminded of the words of Scripture, “And God saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. And it repented the Lord that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him at his heart” (Gen. 6:5, 6). Pornography Defined Pornography, an age old problem, can be traced back to first century Roman culture. By definition it is “the representation of erotic behaviour in books, pictures, statutes,...

Was Peter Pope? (1) Ferrell Jenkins St. Louis, Missouri Introduction: Authority is important. As Jesus taught He was asked by the chief priests and elders. "By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave these this authority?" (Matt. 21:23). A Catholic Invitation ". . . the Catholic Church says again and again to people everywhere: 'Investigate! Investigate!' . . . The Catholic Church therefore invites you to inquire into its teaching and practices . . . to find out for yourself if what you believe about the Church is true or false. Learn for yourself. . . ." (From an ad "Why The Catholic Church says 'INVESTIGATE!' " published by the Supreme Council Knights of Columbus). . A Bible Injunction: "But test all things; hold fast that which is good" (I Thess. 5:21)-The Confraternity Edition of the New Testament (official Catholic translation). "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see w...

ORIGIN OF ISRAEL. The origin of Israel is rooted in ancient history and has complex historical, religious, and political dimensions. It's important to understand that the topic is multifaceted, but I can provide a brief overview: 1. Ancient History: The region that is now Israel has a long history dating back thousands of years, with various indigenous peoples and empires controlling the area. In ancient times, the land was inhabited by Hebrews, Canaanites, Philistines, and others. 2. Biblical History: The Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) contains accounts of the Israelites' conquest of the land under figures like Moses and Joshua. It describes the establishment of the Kingdom of Israel. 3. Roman Conquest: In 63 BCE, the Roman Empire conquered the region, leading to the dispersion of Jews and the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE. 4. Modern Israel: After centuries of Jewish diaspora, the Zionist movement emerged in the late 19th century, advocating for the reest...