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Inspirational Quotes 2/22/2026

Agnosticism and Atheism The fool has said in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, and have done abominable iniquity; There is none who does good (Psalm 53:1). For the foolish person will speak foolishness, And his heart … Continue reading

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Not Slaves; Sons and Heirs – 7

Scripture Reference: Galatians 3:25-4:7 Appreciating Just How Much Christ has Done – Continued Paul makes it clear that it was the way in which God chose to send His Son that was crucial to His plan and its success. He … Continue reading

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Not Slaves; Sons and Heirs – 6

Scripture Reference: Galatians 3:25-4:7 Appreciating Just How Much Christ has Done The apostle John captured the essence of Christ’s mission when he recorded the words of Jesus to the Pharisees in an extended exchange over freedom and captivity when he … Continue reading

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Not Slaves; Sons and Heirs – 5

Scripture Reference: Galatians 3:25-4:7 Grasping What We Used to Be – Continued From Last Lesson: Paul wants his readers to realize that we can only fully appreciate what we now are in Christ against the backdrop of remembering what we … Continue reading

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Not Slaves; Sons and Heirs – 4

Scripture Reference: Galatians 3:25-4:7 Knowing Who We Really Are – Continued From Last Lesson: Throughout the history of the church, it has often been the case that God’s professing people have been too eager to be identified by their own … Continue reading

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Not Slaves; Sons and Heirs – 3

Scripture Reference: Galatians 3:25-4:7 Knowing Who We Really Are – Continued As Paul stated in Ephesians 1:3, he says the same thing to the Galatians, but from a slightly different perspective when he states, “For you are all sons of … Continue reading

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Not Slaves; Sons and Heirs – 2

Scripture Reference: Galatians 3:25-4:7 Knowing Who We Really Are The closing verses of chapter three draw together the major threads of what the apostle has been saying so far in this letter, and he does so in a way that … Continue reading

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Not Slaves; Sons and Heirs – 1

Scripture Reference: Galatians 3:25-4:7 There was a series on British television called Heir Hunters that was all about teams who set out to trace individuals who have been named as beneficiaries in someone’s will, but are unaware of it. The … Continue reading

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Essential Insights on Faith 2/11/2026

So I take pleasure in weaknesses, insults, catastrophes, persecutions, and in pressures, because of Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong. 2 CORINTHIANS 12:10 Billy Graham I am very happy when people come in large numbers, but … Continue reading

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Spiritual Nuggets 2/09/2026

Scripture for Study and Encouragement: Isaiah 40:12-31 The best theology will not remove mystery from your life, so rest is found in trusting the one who rules, is all, and knows no mystery. Her voice quivered that morning as she … Continue reading

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Inspirational Quotes 2/06/2026

Agnosticism and Atheism The wicked in his proud countenance does not seek God; God is in none of his thoughts (Psalm 10:4). For as I was passing through and considering the objects of your worship, I even found an altar … Continue reading

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Doubting Thomas – 2

Scripture Reference: John 20:24-31 From Last Lesson: We know that they (robots, machines) actually perform better than human beings in measuring, comparing, making exact observations flawlessly; they are more accurate, more “scientific.” But here is what no robot, under any … Continue reading

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Doubting Thomas – 1

Scripture Reference: John 20:24-31 “Unless I see . . . I will not believe” (John 20:25). So said Thomas, one of Christ’s twelve disciples, in response to the joyful news of those who had seen their crucified and buried Teacher … Continue reading

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Essential Insights on Faith 1/31/2026

So I take pleasure in weaknesses, insults, catastrophes, persecutions, and in pressures, because of Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong. 2 CORINTHIANS 12:10 Billy Graham Suffering is part of the human condition, and it comes to … Continue reading

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Spiritual Nuggets 1/29/2026

Scripture for Study and Encouragement: Hebrews 12:3-11 The difficulties of your life are not in the way of God’s plan; they are a tool of it. They’re crafted to advance his work of grace. Perhaps the two most important questions … Continue reading

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Inspirational Quotes 1/26/2026

Advice I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye (Psalm 32:8). The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is … Continue reading

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Blessing Out of Crisis -4

Scripture: Genesis 32:3-8, 22-30; Luke 18:1-8 The hurts in our lives are that real, and they can be very severe; they can leave marks of battle on us for the rest of our days on this earth. We very well … Continue reading

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Blessing Out of Crisis -3

Scripture: Genesis 32:3-8, 22-30; Luke 18:1-8 From Last Lesson: Jacob, no doubt, believed that God had brought all of this to him and that God was possibly trying to tell him something through this encounter. We are not surprised, then, … Continue reading

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Blessing Out of Crisis -2

Scripture: Genesis 32:3-8, 22-30; Luke 18:1-8 The Old Testament story of Jacob and Esau picks up many years later when both are married and heads of their own households. The brothers haven’t seen each other in years, yet they seem … Continue reading

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Blessing Out of Crisis -1

Scripture: Genesis 32:3-8, 22-30; Luke 18:1-8 We are not immune from pain and struggle. We can’t ignore crisis and tragedy, and we can’t escape them. They’re with us from time to time and will continue to be, so what do … Continue reading

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