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Tag Archives: Eternal Life
God will help
Luke 16:19-31 He is dirty, has a long scraggly beard and holds a sign in his hands that simply said “Hungry. Anything will help.” His name is Lazarus. Does this sound familiar? Likely you have driven past him as you … Continue reading
Posted in Faith
Tagged Christian, Christianity, Discipleship, Eternal Life, Evangelism, Faith, Faithful, Following Jesus, Forgiveness, Gospel, Grace, Holy Scripture, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Kingdom of God, Love, Love your neighbor, Parable, Prayer, Repentance, Salvation, Spirituality, Trust
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Along the road with Jesus
Luke 24:13-35 How many times have you traveled the Emmaus Road? How often have you considered the pitfalls and disappointments of earthly life and wondered, “How did these things occur?” The two disciples walking along the road, in the midst … Continue reading
Posted in Easter
Tagged Christian, Christianity, Easter, Emmaus, Emmaus Road, Eternal Life, Faith, Faithful, Following Jesus, Forgiveness, Gospel, Grace, Holy Scripture, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Kingdom of God, Miracles, Prophet, Resurrection, Salvation, Spirituality, Worship
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The light of Christ’s love
John 20:1-18 “Early in the morning while it was still dark.” That is when Mary Magdalene went to visit Jesus’ tomb. It is likely she had no idea what she would do when she got there. The great stone would … Continue reading
Posted in Easter
Tagged Christianity, COVID-19, Easter, Eternal Life, Faith, Faithful, Following Jesus, Forgiveness, Gospel, Grace, Holy Scripture, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Kingdom of God, Resurrection, Salvation, Spirituality, Virus, Word of God
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A silent vigil
Matthew 27:57-66 The day after we remember the crucifixion of Jesus the church remains silent. There is no business to conduct. There is no proclamation other than “Jesus died.” Silence is perhaps the only way we can respond to such … Continue reading
Posted in Easter, Lent
Tagged Christian, Christianity, Confession, Easter, Easter Vigil, Eternal Life, Faith, Faithful, Following Jesus, Forgiveness, Gospel, Grace, Holy Scripture, Jesus Christ, Judgment, Resurrection, Spirituality, Vigil
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Gathered at the table
Matthew 26:17-30 Gathered around the Passover table, Jesus reclined with his disciples for one final meal, one last teaching moment, one last time to show them the depths to which God was willing to go in order to save his … Continue reading
Posted in Holy Communion
Tagged Christian, Christianity, Eternal Life, Eucharist, Faith, Faithful, Following Jesus, Gospel, Grace, Holy Communion, Holy Scripture, Holy Week, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Kingdom of God, Last Supper, Prayer, Repentance, Sacrament, Salvation, Spirituality, Teaching of Jesus, Word of God
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Cleansed
Matthew 21:1-17 Not long after Jesus entered Jerusalem he entered the temple. Out in the streets of the city he was showered with shouts of “Hosanna!” as people celebrated his coming. Inside the temple much the same took place that … Continue reading
Posted in Forgiveness
Tagged Christian, Christianity, Cleanse the Temple, Eternal Life, Faith, Faithful, Following Jesus, Forgiveness, Gospel, Grace, Holy Scripture, Hosanna, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Jesus cleanses the temple, Kingdom of God, Palm Sunday, Repentance, Spirituality, Teaching of Jesus, Temple, Trust
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Life assurance
John 6:35-51, Hebrews 11:1-12, Genesis 12:1-7 Certainly, a large percentage of people reading this devotion have life insurance. The same goes for those who own houses or automobiles. Insurance provides an element of hope in times of adversity. We pay … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Christianity, Discipleship, Eternal Life, Faith, Faithful, Gospel, Grace, Insurance, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Kingdom of God, Life insurance, Prayer, Salvation, Spirituality
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Walk by faith
Exodus 13:17-14:4, 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10, Mark 12:18-27 From a human standpoint, trusting the promises of God is difficult; people live in the present moment surrounded by fear, doubt and worry. It is difficult to trust things we cannot see, especially … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Compassion, Eternal Life, Faith, Faithful, Following Jesus, Gospel, Grace, Healing miracle, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Kingdom of God, Prayer, Promise, Relationships, Repentance, Salvation, Spirituality, Unemployed, Unemployment, Word of God
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Everlasting joy
John 11: 17-44 The room is dimly lit and the atmosphere is one of quiet anticipation. The emotional toll is paid at first with tears. In time, smiles may come to the faces of loved ones who share stories while … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Christianity, Death, End of life, Eternal Life, Faith, Faithful, Gospel, Grace, Grief, Healing miracle, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Kingdom of God, Lazarus, Mourning, Prayer, Raising Lazarus, Resurrection, Spirituality, Teaching of Jesus, Terminal illness
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Seeking Jesus
Mark 1:29-45 Who is looking for Christ? According to Peter, everyone is. Ever since his first healing miracle, from the day he freed a demon possessed man, even until today, everyone is looking for Jesus. Some just don’t know it. … Continue reading
Posted in Evangelism
Tagged Christian, Christianity, Eternal Life, Evangelism, Faith, Faithful, Following Jesus, Gospel, Grace, Holy Scripture, Jesus Christ, Kingdom of God, Love of God, Prayer, Seeking Jesus, Spirituality, Teaching of Jesus
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