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Like father, like son
John 5:19-24 Boys love to mimic their fathers. When they are young, boys study their father’s every move. They walk, talk, and eat like their dad. Boys love to do things as their father does them. Some boys even grow … Continue reading
Posted in Lent, Uncategorized
Tagged Christian, Christianity, Discipleship, Faith, Father, Father and Son, Following Jesus, Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, Love your neighbor, Spirituality, Word of God
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Word of truth
Genesis 3:1-15 The serpent was more crafty than any other beast. From the very beginning of this lesson we are made aware that something is going to happen, and it isn’t going to be good. The devil is out to … Continue reading
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Beginning the Forty Days of Lent
“Remember you are dust and to dust you shall return.” These are the words of Ash Wednesday. They are the words said over us as we receive the ashes reminding us of our mortality. We are reminded that we are … Continue reading
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The Father’s will
Matthew 21:23-32 In the parable, Jesus said “A man had two sons.” Both of these sons were given direction to work in their father’s vineyard. One said no, but later went. The other said yes, but did not go. Which … Continue reading
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Accepting truth
Luke 18:31-43 Jesus told them plainly; once they reached Jerusalem, he would be turned over to the Gentiles, be beaten and then killed. Yet on the third day, God would raise him from the grave. Even as we know this … Continue reading
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Rest
Mark 6:30-46 The world is a busy place. Schedules and agendas are packed so tightly that, if left unchecked, they will do their best to consume people. Once a task is completed or an experience had, there is always something … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Mission
Tagged Christianity, Disciple, Discipleship, Faith, Following Jesus, Jesus Christ, Sabbath, Sabbath Day, Sabbath Rest
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Burning bushes
Exodus 3:1-12 As you begin reading this post, consider a few questions. When was the last time that you heard God speaking to you? When was the last time you actually became still so you could listen? And what was … Continue reading
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Jesus said “Go”
Matthew 28:16-20 When we hear our Lord give the Great Commission, we understand finally that our response to Christ’s resurrection is to go into the world and tell others the good news of God’s salvation. Most Christians can quote this … Continue reading
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Take heart
Matthew 14:23-33 At night, things are supposed to be peaceful and quiet. At the end of the day when we have settled in we look forward to rest. It’s time to sleep but, suddenly, something goes “bump.” Day or night, … Continue reading
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To honor our parents
Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. Exodus 20:12 As God gave the Ten Commandments to Moses, He did so inviting the children of … Continue reading
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