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Peace In a World of War – 2

Posted on February 4, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. – Romans 5:1 In these messages we shall discuss peace as prophesied and developed in the Word of God. We shall first present Him … Continue reading →

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The Two Talents

Posted on January 31, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Tuesday January 31, 2023 Matthew 25:22-23 “He also who had received two talents came and said, ‘Lord, you delivered to me two talents; look, I have gained two more talents besides them.’ His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good … Continue reading →

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Oaths – No Substitute For Integrity

Posted on January 27, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

“Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not swear falsely, but shall perform your oaths to the Lord.’ But I say to you, do not swear at all: neither by heaven, for it … Continue reading →

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Look Again and Consecrate

Posted on January 26, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Thursday January 26, 2023 Matthew 6:30 “Now if God so clothes the grass of the field, . . . will He not much more clothe you, O you of little faith?” A simple statement of Jesus is always a puzzle … Continue reading →

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The Lighthouse

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

The LORD is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear? – Psalm 27:1. “No one, when he has lit a lamp, puts it in a secret place or under a basket, but on a lampstand, that those who … Continue reading →

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Matthew 5:16

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Friday January 20, 2023 Matthew 5:16 “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Jesus has put a precious promise into this admonition. If our life with God … Continue reading →

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God Is Sovereign Above All – 3

Posted on January 18, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Text – Daniel 1 Abraham called God “the Judge of all the earth” (Genesis 18:25), and King Hezekiah prayed, “You are God, You alone, of all the kingdoms of the earth.” – 2 Kings 19:15. In Daniel’s day, King Nebuchadnezzar … Continue reading →

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Matthew 17:27

Posted on January 18, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Wednesday January 18, 2023 Matthew 17:27 “Nevertheless . . . go to the sea, cast in a hook, and take the fish that comes up first . . . you will find a piece of money; take that and give … Continue reading →

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God Is Sovereign Above All – 2

Posted on January 17, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

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It’s Natural In The Young

Posted on January 14, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

From there Elisha went up to Bethel. As he was walking along the road, some boys came out of the town and jeered at him. “Get out of here, baldy!” they said. “Get out of here, baldy!” He turned around, … Continue reading →

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God Makes All Things New – 3

Posted on January 11, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Text – Jeremiah 30-33 These chapters describe the glory of the dawning of a new day for the people of Israel, not only for the exiles in Babylon but also for the Jewish people in the latter days before … Continue reading →

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God Makes All Things New – 2

Posted on January 10, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Posted in Expository Teaching | Tagged 2 Kings, Bible, Bible Study, Bible Teaching, Christian, Christianity, Church, Comfort, Deuteronomy, Dividing the Word, Encouragement, Exhortation, Expository Teaching, Ezekiel, Ezra, Genesis, God, Gospel of John, Gospel of Matthew, Gospel-Centered, Heavenly Father, Holy Bible, Holy Spirit, Inspiration, Instruction, Jeremiah, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Kingdom of God, Leviticus, Life Lessons, Lord, Nehemiah, Religion, Righteousness, Salvation, Scriptures, Spiritual Principles, Spirituality, Teaching, Theology, Truth, Wisdom, Word of God | Leave a comment

God Makes All Things New – 1

Posted on January 9, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Text – Jeremiah 30-33 In these chapters, the Lord amplified the wonderful promise He gave to His people in the letter Jeremiah sent the Babylonian exiles: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans … Continue reading →

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Christ In The Midst of The Church – 3

Posted on January 7, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Pastor’s Note: We’re continuing on from where we left off the week before Christmas. If you want to review, here is the link: Christ In The Midst of The Church – 2 Christ Jesus in our midst is the key … Continue reading →

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Peace Without Worry – 3

Posted on January 5, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Text – Philippians 4:1-9 The antidote to worry is the secure mind: “And the peace of God . . . will guard (guard like a soldier at a garrison) your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” When you have … Continue reading →

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Matthew 26:41

Posted on January 4, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Wednesday January 4, 2023 Matthew 26:41 “Watch and pray.” We need to watch for prayers as well as for the answers to our prayers. It needs as much wisdom to pray rightly as it does faith to receive the answers … Continue reading →

Peace Without Worry – 1

Posted on January 3, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Text – Philippians 4:1-9 If anybody had an excuse for worrying, it was the Apostle Paul. His beloved Christian friends at Philippi were disagreeing with one another, and he was not there to help them. We have no idea … Continue reading →

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Seeking and Pursuing Peace

Posted on January 2, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

“Let him seek peace and pursue it. For the eyes of the LORD are on the righteous, And His ears are open to their prayers.” – 1 Peter 3:11-12. “Blessed are the peacemakers, For they shall be called sons of … Continue reading →

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God Has Spoken – To You!

Posted on December 31, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

IMAGINE hearing God’s voice! Moses did (Numbers 1:1). Scripture gives little indication of what that experience was like, but it does say that the Lord spoke to Moses “face to face, as a man speaks to his friend.” – Exodus … Continue reading →

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Responsibility and Accountability – 9

Posted on December 29, 2022 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Text – Ezekiel 18-21 Responsibility is one of the major themes of these four chapters. By dealing with the subject of personal and national responsibility, Ezekiel was able to answer the frequent complaints of the people that the Lord … Continue reading →

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