Long-View Living Ministries
with Damon J. Gray
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In Christ Study
Decades ago, I began noticing the repeated phrase “in Christ” in scripture. Each time, I noted the scripture reference and wrote a brief description of what it means to be in Christ based on that verse or passage.
Bible Study Basics
Too many choose not to read or study their Bible because they are frustrated from prior efforts and have become intimidated. Don't! You CAN read and understand your Bible
Women Be Silent?
Did the apostle Paul teach the church at Corinth that women need to be silent while in church and that it is shameful for their voices to be heard?
Download the FREE comprehensive examination of what Paul said in 1 Corinthians 13:34-38
Jesus' Miracles
We have thirty-seven miracles of Jesus (or as John calls them, "signs") recorded in the four gospels prior to the death and resurrection of Jesus. See them in parallel in this list/grid, laid out for easy study and comparison.
Divorce, Jesus & Paul
If you have suffered a divorce as a Christ-follower and feel marked by the church with a "Scarlet D," please get some peace with your situation.
Download this free study, "No Scarlet D - What Jesus and Paul really said about divorce."
Deep Dive on Baptism
Baptism has, oddly enough, become a controversial topic among many believers. Here is a deep-dive study on the topic of Christian baptism.
Long-view Living in a Short-view World
Everything we do as Christ follows must be done with eternity in view. From that broad baseline, Damon will begin prayerful study and preparation of a presentation designed specifically to help achieve your goals for the event.
See if Damon can speak at your next event today!
Recent Articles
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