Tag Archives: 1 Peter

We, Being Many, Are One

Posted on June 7, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called in one hope of your calling; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day 2022

Posted on May 8, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

This year for Mother’s Day I thought I would delve into just a little bit of history before going all the way back into ancient history with some Biblical thoughts. Mother’s Day is a holiday honoring motherhood that is observed … Continue reading →

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The Lord’s Anger

Posted on May 1, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

Pastor’s Note: God does NOT change and neither does the spirit of His Word. It is living and still relevant for each and every one of us today. With that thought in mind, remember the Prophetic words given by God’s … Continue reading →

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One Church, One Body, One Bride

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

*Pastor’s Note: What I am about to give you is Scripture “heavy” but you will see why as you get into it. Every so often I feel strongly led to remind God’s saints that no matter the titles, no matter … Continue reading →

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Moral Attributes of God – 1

Posted on March 27, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

*Pastor’s Note: These lessons MAY be Scripture “heavy,” and though I am forewarning you I cannot apologize because it is the Word of God that brings things into the light. Remember that the Word says in the mouth of two … Continue reading →

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Seek and Pursue Peace

Posted on November 1, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

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Jude Verse 21

Posted on September 13, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

Jude 1:21, “Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.” Jude 1:21, “Keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting anxiously for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ … Continue reading →

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Don’t Envy The World

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

As I was praying the other night, I was seeking the Lord for a word in relation to what is and has been going on around us lately. I wanted something that would be an encouragement and inspiration to my … Continue reading →

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Hope Gives Us Spiritual Strength

Posted on May 23, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

In the times we are facing right now, in our nation AND in the world, hope is needed more than ever. It is a time when many are “feeling” hopeless and yet the Word of God with its abundant promises … Continue reading →

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2 John, Verse 7-13

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

2 John, 7-9, “For many deceivers have gone out into the world who do not confess Jesus Christ as coming in the flesh. This is a deceiver and an antichrist. Look to yourselves, that we do not lose those things … Continue reading →

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Liberty or Freedom?

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

2 Corinthians 3:17, “Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.” 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, “Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward man is perishing, yet the inward man … Continue reading →

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Passover – Coronavirus

Posted on March 20, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

I want to share with you something that I HAD been conflicted over for a couple of days. Yes, I still learn, I still seek the Lord’s wisdom and I still grow in Him! Okay, that was my confession. But … Continue reading →

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I John 5:6-8

Posted on March 16, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

1 John 5:6-8, “This is He who came by water and blood–Jesus Christ; not only by water, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit who bears witness, because the Spirit is truth. For there are three that … Continue reading →

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Birth of The Bride

Posted on March 9, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

Many of you who have followed me on WordPress and have read my articles know that recently I have been doing a lot more warnings involving the Nation of the United States as well as other nations in general. The … Continue reading →

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The Certainty of The Lord’s Judgment

Posted on March 6, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

“For I, the LORD, do not change; . . .” – Malachi 3:6a. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” – Hebrews 13:8. “Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven.” – Psalm 119:89. “Heaven and … Continue reading →

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Rejoice In Sufferings – Oswald Chambers

Posted on February 29, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

Oswald Chambers (July 24, 1874 – November 15, 1917) was an early-twentieth-century Scottish Baptist and Holiness Movement evangelist and teacher, best known for the devotional “My Utmost for His Highest.” Even as a teenager, Chambers was noted for his deep … Continue reading →

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I John 4:17-18

Posted on February 23, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

1 John 4:17-18, “Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness in the day of judgment; because as He is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love; but perfect love … Continue reading →

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Does It Still Apply?

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

*Pastor’s Note: I wrote this in the late 90s along with some other short articles for the Church section of the local newspaper where we lived in Globe, Arizona. I thought it might interest my readers and I HAVE updated … Continue reading →

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The Broad vs The Narrow

Posted on February 18, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

“Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads … Continue reading →

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I John 4:7-10

Posted on January 28, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

1 John 4:7-10, “Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. He who does not love does not know God, for God is love. In this … Continue reading →

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