Tag Archives: Gospel-Centered

Anecdotal Story 1/30/2026

Not a Straight Line Scripture References: Ezekiel 2:4-7; Revelation 4:2-3 In reading Conflict and Crisis, the account of Harry Truman’s presidency, one appreciates Sir Edmund Burke’s statement that most political decisions are choices “between the disagreeable and the intolerable.” How … 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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Reflecting With God 1/28/2026

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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Food For Thought 1/25/2026

And you will be hated by all for My name’s sake. But he who endures to the end shall be saved (Mark 13:13). Bitter Brigitte “I hate humanity. I am allergic to it. I see no one. I don’t go … Continue reading

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Life In Focus 1/24/2026

Watch Out for Temptation OPPORTUNITIES for temptation are almost endless. And since human nature is not getting any better, nor is any of us immune to the corrupted appetites of the flesh, we need to take Paul’s warning seriously and … Continue reading

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Bible Insights 1/23/2026

Speaking Truth The things I plan, do I plan according to the flesh, that with me there should be Yes, Yes, and No, No? But as God is faithful, our word to you was not Yes and No . . … 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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Essential Insights on Faith 1/18/2026

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 Often, I when I have an opportunity to visit world leaders, … Continue reading

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Anecdotal Story 1/17/2026

A Swig on Me Scripture References: Deuteronomy 1:16-17; 1 Timothy 2:1-4 In colonial America, politicians were expected to provide liquor for the voters on election day. Even George Washington provided one and a half quarts of liquor for each of … Continue reading

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Spiritual Nuggets 1/16/2026

Scripture for Study and Encouragement: James 1:2-11 Sure, you’ll face difficulty. God is prying open your fingers so you’ll let go of your dreams, rest in his comforts, and take up his call. Think about the words penned by Peter … Continue reading

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Reflecting With God 1/15/2026

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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Daily Devotional 1/14/2026

WHEN OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS Galatians 6:10 Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith. Merriam-Webster.com defines opportunity as “a favorable combination of circumstances, time, and place.” But Thomas … Continue reading

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Food For Thought 1/12/2026

Woe to the multitude of many people who make a noise like the roar of the seas, and to the rushing of nations that make a rushing like the rushing of mighty waters! (Isaiah 17:12). Not Yet Louis XIV! When … Continue reading

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Life In Focus 1/11/2026

Freedom From the Tyranny of Things AS Christians we live under grace, not law. We enjoy a certain freedom of choice and commitment. But Paul reminds us that our choices and commitments, while freely made, do not always bring freedom … Continue reading

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Bible Insights 1/10/2026

Grace in Good Works This is a faithful saying, and these things I want you to affirm constantly, that those who have believed in God should be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men … Continue reading

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Pressing Forward – 3

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21; Philippians 3:12-14 Before we know it, the small thin threads of single actions are twisted into a rope of habit, and we are invariably “caught in the cords of his [our own] sin” (Proverbs … Continue reading

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Pressing Forward – 2

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21; Philippians 3:12-14 Whether we choose carousing and revelry, as Isaiah warned, or cultivating the “good seed,” the law of continuity shapes our moral and spiritual characters. What I am today, I will more abundantly … Continue reading

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