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Jude Verses 24-25

Posted on September 30, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

Jude 1:24-25, “Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion … Continue reading →

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It Is The Gift From God

Posted on August 20, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

Ephesians 2:8-9, “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” These two verses probably are the most concise verses on salvation … Continue reading →

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Prayer To Fight Worry

Posted on August 8, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

*Pastor’s Note: Worry and anxiety are a form of fear. Your thoughts are focused on the problem(s) in front of you rather than the Problem-Solver Who has promised to take care of your every need. Most importantly, our Heavenly Father’s … Continue reading →

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When God Reveals The Truth

Posted on July 26, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

Daniel 2:47, The king answered Daniel and said, “Surely your God is a God of gods and a Lord of kings and a revealer of mysteries, since you have been able to reveal this mystery.” (NASB). My wife and I, … Continue reading →

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How Sure Is Your Believing?

Posted on July 23, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

*Pastor’s Note: This is one of the articles I wrote and posted for my very first website and it was soon after the attack of 9-11-2001. I thought it might interest my readers to read some of my first posted … Continue reading →

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God’s Grace, Our Gift

Posted on July 12, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

*Pastor’s Note: This is one of the articles I wrote and posted for my very first website in the mid 90s soon after I got my first computer. I know, I was a slow up and comer! I thought it … Continue reading →

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Jude Introduction & Verses 1-2

Posted on June 22, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

Traditionally, Jude was/is recognized as the Brother of James who wrote the Epistle by the same name and the half-brother of Jesus, Himself. By his own admission, Jude was doubtful of Jesus’ deity until after the resurrection and he clung … Continue reading →

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Patience – A.W. Tozer

Posted on May 8, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

Aiden Wilson Tozer (April 21, 1897 – May 12, 1963) was an American Christian pastor, author, magazine editor, and spiritual mentor. Self-taught theologian. Fearless preacher. Gifted writer. Man of the inner life. A.W. Tozer, called by many a “modern-day prophet.” … Continue reading →

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Be Patient, God Is Not Slack

Posted on May 8, 2021 by Roland Ledoux

2 Peter 3:9-10, “The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will … Continue reading →

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Pursue Godly Habits

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

“Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you by prophecy with the laying on of the hands of the eldership. Meditate on these things; give yourself entirely to them, that your progress may be … Continue reading →

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Persevere In The Lord

Posted on March 29, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

“And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the … Continue reading →

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Repent – Turn From Sin

Posted on February 20, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

“Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, “and that He may send Jesus Christ, who was preached to you before, “whom heaven … Continue reading →

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Transformative Power of Prayer

Posted on February 9, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

Part One We have been listening this last week on news channels and in clips a lot about prayer. This person states they pray for that person and that person doesn’t believe it because of the other person’s deeds toward … Continue reading →

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I John 4:7-10

Posted on January 28, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

1 John 4:7-10, “Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. He who does not love does not know God, for God is love. In this … Continue reading →

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A Study In Context

Posted on January 11, 2020 by Roland Ledoux

1 Peter 5:8, “Your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.” Luke 12:19, “‘And I will say to my soul, “Soul, you have many goods laid up for many years; take your ease; … Continue reading →

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Peace – A Christmas Gift

Posted on December 25, 2019 by Roland Ledoux

The Gift: “For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the … Continue reading →

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I John 3:20-22

Posted on October 23, 2019 by Roland Ledoux

1 John 3:20, “For if our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and knows all things. Beloved, if our heart does not condemn us, we have confidence toward God. And whatever we ask we receive from Him, … Continue reading →

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Weep Over Sin!

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Roland Ledoux

“Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? Whoever therefore wants to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God. Or do you think that the Scripture says in vain, “The … Continue reading →

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I John 3:17-19

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Roland Ledoux

1 John 3:17-19, “But whoever has this world’s goods, and sees his brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him? My little children, let us not love in word … Continue reading →

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An Obituary

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Roland Ledoux

After a very long life and rewarding career, we are saddened to inform you that C.S. has passed away from complications. He had been fighting, health-wise for some time. Just when it would seem that there was no hope, he … Continue reading →

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