Making Plain the Truths of the Gospel

Tilling and Planting exists to guide people to a greater understanding of the truths of the Bible by presenting them using simple language.


1 Peter 3:15 (NIV), “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”

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  • Christmas Characters: Part 4

    In this final post about Christmas Characters, I take a look at perhaps the most unexpected visitors that Mary and Joseph could have expected. The Shepherds and Magi (or Wise Men). What can we learn about these characters today?

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  • Christmas Characters: Part 3

    Mary and Joseph. The parents of Jesus. Of all the characters of Christmas, I think these are two of first ones we think of and probably talk about the most – apart from Jesus. But don’t tune me out thinking you’ve heard it all before. You might be surprised what you learn.

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  • Christmas Characters: Part 2

    Welcome to part 2 in my series Christmas Characters. Today I’m exploring the characters of Simeon and Anna. If you’re not sure who they are or how they relate to the Christmas story, just keep on reading!

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  • Christmas Characters: Part 1

    Who were Zechariah and Elizabeth in the Christmas story? All people really talk about is that they were John the Baptist’s parents. But is there more to know? And what do they bring to the table that we can pick out and learn from?

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  • Degrees of Sin

    Many churches preach that all sins are equal in the sight of God. But we don’t live like we believe it. In fact in church there are some sins that are taboo to talk about. So what does the Bible say about all this? The answer might surprise you.

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  • Forgetful God?

    Can God forget? Yes, but not in the same way we forget something and then smack our foreheads and say “Whoops! I forgot!” God’s not one to literally forget something. But the Bible says He does, so what gives? I’m so glad you asked.

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