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Tag Archives: God’s Word
Grace without limit
1 John 1:1-10 The speed limit sign says 40, but everyone knows you can go a little faster without being pulled over. The blue lights flashing in your mirror suggest otherwise and you can’t argue with the person wearing the … Continue reading
Posted in Forgiveness
Tagged Christianity, Confession, Faith, Forgiveness, God's Word, Gospel, Grace, Jesus Christ, Law, Repentance, Speed limit, Spirituality, Ten Commandments, Warnings, Word of God
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Rejoice!
Philippians 4:1-9 There was a song released in 1988 imploring its hearers to put away the worries of the world and simply enjoy life. Bobby McFerrin’s “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” is certainly a nice little tune that might make us … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Prayer
Tagged Apostle Paul, Christian, Christianity, Faithful, God's Word, Happiness, Holy Scripture, Joy, Joyful, Personal Happiness, Philppians, Prayer, Rejoice, Rejoice always, Spirituality, Worry
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Words of Spirit and truth
John 6:48-69 How can this man give us his flesh to eat? He must be crazy. Some of the things he is saying are just too hard to believe. Such were the thoughts and comments of those who had been … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Holy Communion
Tagged Christian, Christianity, Eternal Life, Faith, God's Word, Grace, Jesus Christ, Prayer, Spirituality, Teaching of Jesus, Trust, Word of God
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Seek the things above
Colossians 3:1-11 Have you ever noticed how fair weather and sunny skies lift the attitude among people? Smiles seem more prevalent and people seem to have a more positive outlook. Life is cheerful when the skies are clear, but such … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged Apostle Paul, Discipleship, Following Jesus, Forgiveness, God's Word, Grace, Heaven, Spirituality
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Hear the word
Acts 4:18-33 It is no secret; people want to hear words of hope and prosperity. They want to hear words of joy and words of freedom. Yet, when the church proclaims such words as the result of Jesus’ death and … Continue reading
Posted in Evangelism
Tagged Christianity, Discipleship, Evangelism, Faith, Faithful, God's Word, Gospel, Holy Scripture, Jesus Christ, Spirituality
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Ever present
Psalm 16 O God, I need you today. For some reason, life today seems a little harder. The burdens I carry seem a little heavier. And the place where I am? Well, that seems just a bit colder, lonelier and … Continue reading
Posted in Lent
Tagged Christianity, Faith, God's Word, Grief, Loneliness, Love of God, Prayer, Spirituality
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God of deliverance
And God spoke all these words, saying, “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. “You shall have no other gods before me. Exodus 20:1-3 Hear these … Continue reading
Posted in Ten Commandments, Uncategorized
Tagged Christianity, Discipleship, Faith, First Commandment, God's Word, Holy Scripture, Spirituality, Ten Commandments
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Calling on God by name
Exodus 3:1-15 Our names identify not only who we are, but also where we come from. Names remind us of our heritage. They are a vital link to past generations. When we speak of those whom we love we tend … Continue reading
Posted in Faith
Tagged Christianity, Exodus, Faith, God's Word, I AM, Love of God, Name of God, Word of God
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Truth in Christ
John 8:21-32 Many heard Jesus teaching in the temple and were amazed. Some Pharisees, who were standing nearby; however, took exception. The Pharisees often found themselves at odds with Jesus’ words. They believed their self-defined teaching to be the standard. … Continue reading
Posted in Repentance
Tagged Christianity, Faith, God's Word, Gospel, Grace, Holy Scripture, Pharisees, Repentance, Spirituality
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The voice
1 Kings 19:9-21, Luke 9:28-36 The Voice is a popular television show, a contest to find the newest singing star. Many have seen it. Four “coaches” listen to anonymous auditions and pick contestants for their team. Their only insight is … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Uncategorized
Tagged Christian, Faith, God's Word, Holy Scripture, Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ, The Voice, Voice of God
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