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Always Be In Prayer – 1
Scripture References: Luke 18:1-8 I have always given thought to prayer, especially as a tool that the Lord has graciously given to His children. That doesn’t mean, I have always availed myself of it. Like too many people, flawed and … Continue reading
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Rejoice In Diverse Trials – 3
Scripture Reference: James 1:2-12 Assistance for Trials (verses 5-12). To those who feel confused and frustrated by the high goal of “not lacking anything,” James further wrote, “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God.” Assistance is readily … Continue reading
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Rejoice In Diverse Trials – 2
Scripture Reference: James 1:2-12 Advantage of Trials (verses 3–4). As mentioned previously, Christians can face trials with joy because there are rich advantages from these testings. Trials, rightly taken, produce the sterling quality of endurance and become a reflection of … Continue reading
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Rejoice In Diverse Trials – 1
Scripture Reference: James 1:2-12 In order to attain Christian maturity and holy conduct it is essential to have a firm foundation. The believer must be able to stand with confidence. He dare not be pushed down by trials. He must … Continue reading
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God-Honoring Faith
Scripture Reference: Hebrews 11 In a world where people dismiss faith simply as “wishful thinking,” or simply identify it with the beliefs and practices of a particular religion (for example, “the Muslim faith”), it is good to have a comprehensive … Continue reading
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Abundant Life In Jesus Christ – 1
In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. – John 1:4. In this verse John introduces two of the greatest themes of his narrative. Often at the beginning of an important work of literature or music, … Continue reading
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A Priceless Pair – 4
Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:19-30 Epaphroditus – Continued Please read Philippians 2:25-30 for background to this section. From last lesson: Epaphroditus was a balanced Christian! Balance is important in the Christian life. Some people emphasize “fellowship” so much that they forget … Continue reading
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A Priceless Pair – 3
Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:19-30 Timothy – Continued Please read Philippians 2:19-24 for background to this section. Paul did not make the mistake of moving too fast with Timothy. He gave him time to get his roots down, and then he … Continue reading
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A Priceless Pair – 2
Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:19-30 Timothy – Continued Please read Philippians 2:19-24 for background to this section. Notice the characteristics of this young man: He had a servant’s mind (verses 19–21). To begin with, Timothy naturally cared for people and was … Continue reading
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A Priceless Pair – 1
Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:19-30 A reporter in San Bernardino, California arranged for a man to lie in the gutter on a busy street. Hundreds of people passed the man but not one stopped to help him or even show sympathy! … Continue reading
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Cain’s Legacy – 3
Scripture References: Genesis 4:12-24 From last lesson: It is sometimes, though not always, possible to escape some of the consequences of sin: we can change our attitude and possibly our lifestyle so as to lessen the depths of our life … Continue reading
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Praise The Lord 10/11/2023
Praise The Lord, Your God! O LORD, God, may you be praised forever and ever! Yours, O LORD, is the greatness, the power, the glory, the victory, and the majesty. Everything in the heavens and on earth is yours, O … Continue reading
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Cain’s Legacy – 2
Scripture References: Genesis 4:12-24 As the freshness of the world’s youthful ways and the beauties of a new world were disclosed to Cain, and by their bright and peaceful friendliness, I’m sure the bitterness of his spirit was allayed to … Continue reading
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Cain’s Legacy – 1
Scripture References: Genesis 4:12-24 When we think of Cain, we automatically think of the first murder. As tragic and horrific as that is, I believe there is something that the Lord, through the Holy Spirit’s inspiration is trying to tell … Continue reading
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Praise The Lord 10/05/2023
Exalt His Holy Name! Give thanks to the LORD and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done. Sing to him; yes, sing his praises. Tell everyone about his wonderful deeds. Exult in his holy name; … Continue reading
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Holy and Awesome Is His Name!
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The Beauty of God’s Holiness
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Holy Is The Lord God!
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FOR THE LOVE OF GOD 
God Wants Us Holy
1 Thessalonians 4:3-5: It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; that each of you should learn to control your own body in a way that is holy and honorable, not in passionate … Continue reading →