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Welcome to City Light Ecclesia- A Beacon of Hope and Faith. At our heart, we’re a community deeply rooted in the love and teachings of Christ. As part of the Christian & Missionary Alliance, we are committed to spreading the message of God’s love and serving those in need.

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  • What the Bible Means by Submissive Wife
    Many Christians struggle with Ephesians 5:22-24, which instructs wives to submit to their husbands. Unfortunately, many misinterpret this verse as meaning women must ignore their thoughts and do what is told of them – something not found anywhere else in scripture that protects Christian wives or reflects God’s character who calls us all to sacrifice for each other. Understanding what the bible means by “submissive wife” requires understanding its definition … [Read more…]
  • Bible Verse on Forgiveness in Marriage
    Forgiveness is a critical aspect of healthy relationships. Unfortunately, however, it’s often hard to do and couples may experience difficulty practicing it within their marriages. Luckily, Scripture contains numerous verses on forgiveness which provide guidance for living by it. Conflict and misunderstandings are inevitable during the early years of marriage. Although unpleasant, they provide an opportunity for husbands and wives to strengthen their bond by cultivating deep yet forgiving love … [Read more…]
  • Bible Verse For Forgiveness And Repentance Kjv
    Forgiveness is an integral component of our relationship with both God and one another, so when someone wrongs us it’s essential that we forgive them without holding onto any grudges from their transgression. While practicing forgiveness can be challenging, its essential for spiritual health and our relationships. To become part of the family of God we must learn daily to practice it – these bible verses for forgiveness and repentance … [Read more…]
  • How Hemp Was Used in Biblical Times

    Hemp is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible, but some scholars believe that it may be indirectly referenced. The plant has been associated with the ancient Near East and Middle East, and archaeological evidence suggests its use in various forms, such as hemp rope and cloth. While the specific use of hemp in biblical times is not clearly documented, some interpretations point to its possible presence in the Old Testament, particularly in references to “kaneh bosm” or “kaneh” in Hebrew, which some argue could be linked to cannabis or hemp. However, these interpretations are subject to debate and are not universally accepted. Therefore, while the Bible does not directly mention hemp, some indirect references and scholarly interpretations have been proposed regarding its potential use in ancient times[1][2][3].

    Citations:
    [1] https://wamaunderwear.com/blogs/news/where-is-hemp-mentioned-in-the-bible-copy
    [2] https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/hempcannabis-use-throughout-bible-justin-benton
    [3] https://www.resetera.com/threads/was-weed-used-during-biblical-times-was-weed-mentioned-in-the-bible.245821/

    Cultivation

    Hemp is an ancient crop cultivated for its seeds, fibers and medicinal uses since antiquity. The hemp seed provides high levels of nutrition while its fibers outshone cotton or sisal in terms of strength. Furthermore, hemp boasts long strong roots perfect for use in rope manufacturing or coarse fabrics such as fabric.

    Hemp paper production costs more than paper made from wood pulp because the innermost fibers must first be removed before the cellulose can be utilized for papermaking. On the plus side, hemp fibers are less vulnerable to degradation caused by water or chemicals used for tree-based pulp processing.

    Hemp was once an essential crop as a fiber source, before cotton and synthetic fibers came along. It was used for many applications such as sails on ships, rope for sailors, Conestoga wagon covers and much more. Hemp became one of the staple fibers until World War II when farmers were encouraged to grow hemp for cordage use against imported Manila hemp from Japan.

    Uses

    The Bible describes hemp as an adaptable plant, used for food, medicine and fuel. Hemp provides protein and lipids as well as essential vitamins A-F. Additionally, its seeds are abundant with omega-3 fatty acids as well as essential minerals like iron and zinc. Even one of our elders uses this hemp cream for the numbness in his hands. Hemp has long been revered as an ancient sacred herb. Its incense, known as Kaneh, was mentioned in The Song of Songs and used both in fumigation rituals and as part of anointing oil applied to heal sick persons or reward the righteous.

    Exodus 30:22-29 has long been understood to refer to cannabis (Cannabis sativa). But closer examination of Hebrew indicates another meaning for this word – sweet calamus from Araceae family of perennial plants7

    Conclusions

    Hemp has long been an important crop in biblical times for rope production as well as clothing, canvas bags and paper production. Hemp was mentioned several times in the Bible, with marijuana described as both a plant and not an illicit drug, with various purposes and applications mentioned for its consumption.