Monthly Archives: July 2016

WHAT IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN OUR “VOTE”?

 I TIMOTHY 2:1-4: “Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in … Continue reading

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WHAT IS THE GOAL OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE?

 I TIMOTHY 1:5-6: “My goal in giving you this order is for love to flow from a pure heart, from a clear conscience, and from a sincere faith. Some people have left these qualities behind and have turned to useless … Continue reading

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WHEN BOUNDARIES ARE THE GREATEST EXPRESSION OF LOVE!

II THESSALONIANS 3:5-7: “May the Lord direct your lives as you show God’s love and Christ’s endurance. Brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ we order you not to associate with any believer who doesn’t live … Continue reading

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THE DAY OF RECKONING

 II THESSALONIANS 1:6-7: “Certainly, it is right for God to give suffering to those who cause you to suffer. It is also right for God to give all of us relief from our suffering. He will do this when the … Continue reading

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GOD’S INVITATION TO AMERICA!

 ISAIAH 1:16-20: “Wash yourselves! Become clean! Get your evil deeds out of my sight. Stop doing evil. Learn to do good. Seek justice. Arrest oppressors. Defend orphans. Plead the case of widows.” “Come on now, let’s discuss this!” says the … Continue reading

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HOW DO I DEAL WITH “CLOSED DOORS”?

 I THESSALONIANS 2:17-18: “Brothers and sisters, we have been separated from you for a little while. Although we may not be able to see you, you’re always in our thoughts. We have made every possible effort to fulfill our desire … Continue reading

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CHECKING MY SPIRITUAL VITAL SIGNS…

 I THESSALONIANS 1:2-3: “We always thank God for all of you as we remember you in our prayers. In the presence of our God and Father, we never forget that your faith is active, your love is working hard, and … Continue reading

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WHAT IS THE FIRST THING I THINK ABOUT?

 COLOSSIANS 3:1-2: “Since you were brought back to life with Christ, focus on the things that are above—where Christ holds the highest position. Keep your mind on things above, not on worldly things.” (GW)‭‭ OBSERVATION: What is the first thing … Continue reading

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WHO IS JESUS?

 COLOSSIANS 1:19-20: “God was pleased to have all of himself live in Christ. God was also pleased to bring everything on earth and in heaven back to himself through Christ. He did this by making peace through Christ’s blood sacrificed … Continue reading

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CAN WE OVERCOME THIS CULTURE OF HATRED?

 PHILIPPIANS 2:14-16: “Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding … Continue reading

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