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When Christians Differ: Part 1

Some time later Paul said to Barnabas, “Let us go back and visit the believers in all the towns where we preached the word of the Lord and see how they are doing.” Barnabas wanted to take John, also called … Continue reading

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What Is Your Identity?

I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved … Continue reading

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Being Bible Studied

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. II Timothy 3:16-17 Bible study. It is one of the most … Continue reading

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Getting Underneath Our Anger

But let everyone be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger, for the anger of man does not achieve the righteousness of God. James 1:19b-20 What is the source of quarrels and conflicts among you? Is not … Continue reading

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Ten Observations From A Covid 19 Year: Part 2

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not … Continue reading

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Ten Observations From A Covid 19 Year: Part 1

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not … Continue reading

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The Gift of Desperation

Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not … Continue reading

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The Power of Words

Words kill, words give life; they’re either poison or fruit—you choose. Proverbs 18:21 The Message As a sophomore in high school, I was just entering the phase of wondering what I was going to do once I graduated. I knew … Continue reading

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Gnat Straining, Camel Swallowing and Today’s Political Climate

Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices—mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice, mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the … Continue reading

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Helpful Confession

So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer … Continue reading

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