Tag Archives: Holiness

Doubting Thomas – 2

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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

Posted on February 1, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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 →

Prayer & Praise 2/01/2026

Posted on February 1, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Robert Hawker: Piercing Heaven – Puritan’s Prayers Glorious Traveler! I do know you, and I sometimes catch a sweet glimpse of you, and trace the footsteps of your grace—in your word, in your ordinances, and in the ways by which … Continue reading →

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Essential Insights on Faith 1/31/2026

Posted on January 31, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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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Anecdotal Story 1/30/2026

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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

Posted on January 29, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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

Posted on January 28, 2026 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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Inspirational Quotes 1/26/2026

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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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Food For Thought 1/25/2026

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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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Prayer & Praise 1/25/2026

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Robert Hawker: Piercing Heaven – Puritan’s Prayers Wonderful Stranger, did you come from a far country, on this gracious, blessed errand to seek and save that which was lost? And did you find every heart firmly shut against you? Jesus, … Continue reading →

Life In Focus 1/24/2026

Posted on January 24, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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

Posted on January 22, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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

Posted on January 21, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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 →

Blessing Out of Crisis -2

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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 →

Blessing Out of Crisis -1

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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 →

Essential Insights on Faith 1/18/2026

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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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Prayer & Praise 1/18/2026

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Philip Doddridge: Piercing Heaven – Puritan’s Prayers Great eternal Original, Author of all created beings and happiness: I adore you—you who have made us capable of faith. You who have bestowed this dignity and eloquence on our nature, that it … Continue reading →

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Anecdotal Story 1/17/2026

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

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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