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About Roland Ledoux

Ordained minister (thus a servant). Called to encourage and inspire one another by teaching His Word, and through intercessory prayer for others, praying for those in need as well as the lost. I and my wife of 50+ years live in Delta, Colorado where the Lord has chosen to plant us in a beautiful church home.

Food For Thought 10/18/2023

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

What England Did For One Subject The King of Abyssinia once took a British subject named Cameron prisoner and incarcerated him in the high fortress of Magdala. No cause was assigned for his confinement. When Great Britain found out, she … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 10/18/2023

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Longing and Being The general sense of what worship “is” is widely known, but the specifics of what it means are a little vague. Aside from obedience (in other words, avoiding sin and following what God asks of us), there … Continue reading →

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Abundant Life In Jesus Christ – 2

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. – John 1:4. Physical Life – Continued From last lesson: We read in Genesis that “the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed … Continue reading →

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Daily Prayer & Praise 10/17/2023

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Lord, hear our prayer: Almighty God, our heavenly Father, we praise you that though you are beyond our understanding, you are nearer than breathing; that though your holiness rejects our sinfulness and selfishness, your love reaches out in love for … Continue reading →

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Reflecting With God 10/17/2023

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Thinking, praying, reading, studying the Bible – when we do these things, we are reflecting on the Word of God. To reflect is to contemplate and/or consider, and God wants us to deeply reflect on His Word so that we … Continue reading →

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The Comforter

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Tuesday October 17, 2023 John 14:26 But the Helper [Comforter], the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you. I … Continue reading →

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Food For Thought 10/17/2023

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Perspective on Riches Something I was pondering this last Sunday: In the world today, man’s nature is such that he is constantly pursuing gold and silver and other precious metals as well as rare jewels and other gems to establish … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 10/17/2023

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

On a Mission “We’re on a mission from God.” Whenever the Blues Brothers delivered this line, they were met with a less-than-enthusiastic reception. While they had a different “mission” in mind, their famous line summarizes Paul’s ministry, and their reception … Continue reading →

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Abundant Life In Jesus Christ – 1

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. – John 1:4. In this verse John introduces two of the greatest themes of his narrative. Often at the beginning of an important work of literature or music, … Continue reading →

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Daily Prayer & Praise 10/16/2023

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Lord, hear our prayer: Father, we praise you for your promise to be with us always, even to the end and beyond. We praise you that true worship is in the name of Christ, in the midst of his people, … Continue reading →

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Reflecting With God 10/16/2023

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Thinking, praying, reading, studying the Bible – when we do these things, we are reflecting on the Word of God. To reflect is to contemplate and/or consider, and God wants us to deeply reflect on His Word so that we … Continue reading →

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Satisfied With Second Violin

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Monday October 16, 2023 1 Corinthians 9:24 Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. There was a celebrated Englishman … Continue reading →

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Food For Thought 10/16/2023

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

David Brainerd’s Badge To Indians Tomahawks in hand, the Indians crept toward the strange tent. As they cautiously peered under the flap, their intention to kill was forgotten. There, in the center of the tent was a man on his … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 10/16/2023

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Fear: The Fight Against It Fear is poisonous. When it drives our decisions, it will slowly destroy us—causing us to make moves that are against God’s will and detrimental to ourselves and others. The antidote to fear is complete reliance … Continue reading →

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A Priceless Pair – 4

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:19-30 Epaphroditus – Continued Please read Philippians 2:25-30 for background to this section. From last lesson: Epaphroditus was a balanced Christian! Balance is important in the Christian life. Some people emphasize “fellowship” so much that they forget … Continue reading →

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Saturday Prayer & Praise 10/14/2023

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Robert Hawker: Piercing Heaven – Puritan’s Prayers Gracious Lord! Nothing can reconcile us to you better than to humbly and patiently learn obedience in the school of suffering. We learn by knowing that Jesus, though you are the Son of … Continue reading →

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Faith From The Beginning 10/14/2023

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Sins of Believers ABRAM “went down.” When we do not trust God, we also go down. As a result of Abram’s failure to trust God, he does one of the lowest, most despicable, meanest things we find recorded anywhere in … Continue reading →

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Life In Focus 10/14/2023

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

A Parental Responsibility AS modern-day society is quickly discovering, there is no substitute for a solid, stable home life. Where parents are absent, negligent, or abusive, children will probably not learn to cope with the world in a healthy way. … Continue reading →

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Life In a Triangle

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Saturday October 14, 2023 1 Peter 4:10 As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. When you stand between the rails of a long, straight railroad track, … Continue reading →

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Essential Insights on Faith 10/14/2023

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Above all, put on love—the perfect bond of unity. COLOSSIANS 3:14 Billy Graham I’m for MORALITY, but morality goes beyond sex to HUMAN FREEDOM and SOCIAL JUSTICE. Evangelists cannot be closely identified with any particular party. We have to stand … Continue reading →

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