Tag Archives: Kingdom of God

Worship God In Truth – 11

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 12-13; 18:9-22 6. Honoring God’s Word – Continued Please read Deuteronomy 18:9-22 for the background to this section. The revelation of the true God (verses 14–19). Israel didn’t need to experiment with new religions because the Lord had … Continue reading →

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Faith From The Beginning 8/19/2023

Posted on August 19, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

New Joys For Obedience THE Lord comes now to strengthen Abram. He renews His covenant, He encourages His servant. God knows there are severe tests ahead. He knows how weak His children are; so He comes to strengthen His servant … Continue reading →

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Essential Insights on Faith 8/19/2023

Posted on August 19, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Above all, put on love—the perfect bond of unity. COLOSSIANS 3:14 Billy Graham The Bible teaches that we are always to WORK FOR PEACE and to PRAY FOR PEACE. We are to do everything we can. Unless otherwise noted, Scripture … Continue reading →

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Worship God In Truth – 10

Posted on August 19, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 12-13; 18:9-22 6. Honoring God’s Word Please read Deuteronomy 18:9-22 for the background to this section. If people don’t know the true and living God and don’t have His Word to guide them, they have to find substitutes … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 8/18/2023

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Costly Grace When we say something hurtful to a friend or a family member, we know we can’t just ignore the harm we have caused (we should know, anyway). In order to repair the relationship and earn back trust, we … Continue reading →

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Worship God In Truth – 9

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 12-13; 18:9-22 5. Avoiding Contamination – Continued Please read Deuteronomy 12:29-13:18; 18:9-22 for the background to this section. Temptation from a multitude (verses 12–18). “You shall not follow a crowd to do evil” (Exodus 23:2). If a person … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 8/17/2023

Posted on August 17, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Curses, the Old Testament, and Freedom “And if a man commits a sin punishable by death, and so he is put to and you hang him on a tree, his dead body shall not hang on the tree, but certainly … Continue reading →

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Worship God In Truth – 8

Posted on August 17, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 12-13; 18:9-22 5. Avoiding Contamination – Continued Please read Deuteronomy 12:29-13:18; 18:9-22 for the background to this section. Temptation from friends and relatives (verses 6–11). It would not be difficult to expose and execute a false prophet, but … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 8/16/2023

Posted on August 16, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Tent Making for Eternity Paul, the tent maker, knew the temporal nature of human-made structures. For someone who made and probably repaired tents, he knew all their flaws and tendencies for wear. So it’s not a stretch for him to … Continue reading →

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Worship God In Truth – 7

Posted on August 16, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 12-13; 18:9-22 5. Avoiding Contamination – Continued Please read Deuteronomy 12:29-13:18; 18:9-22 for the background to this section. Temptation from the prophets (13:1–5). God raised up prophets in Israel during those times when the people needed to be … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 8/15/2023

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

The Global Reset Button When I was a kid, I loved playing Super Nintendo—especially Donkey Kong. Despite my love for it, it would just make me angry at times. When I couldn’t handle the way the game was panning out, … Continue reading →

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Worship God In Truth – 6

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 12-13; 18:9-22 5. Avoiding Contamination Please read Deuteronomy 12:29-13:18; 18:9-22 for the background to this section. Moses pointed out four approaches the enemy could use to trap the Israelites into practicing idolatry, and he warned his people to … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 8/14/2023

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Compelled to Worship When we experience God’s mercy, it shows. Our instincts change and our priorities shift from gratifying our own ego to making much of God. We stop fearing what others think of us and find our identity grounded … Continue reading →

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Worship God In Truth – 5

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 12-13; 18:9-22 4. Bringing Tithes and Offerings Please read Deuteronomy 12:17-19 for the background to this section. The practice of bringing 10 percent of the produce to the Lord antedates the Law, for Abraham tithed (Genesis 14:17–20; Hebrews … Continue reading →

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Faith From The Beginning 8/12/2023

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Abram’s Victory AFTER Abram passed through Sichem, the place of power, he came to Moreh. “Moreh” means the even place, or the place of instruction. After Abram’s victory at Haran, God leads him on to the plain of instruction. He … Continue reading →

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Essential Insights on Faith 8/12/2023

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Above all, put on love—the perfect bond of unity. COLOSSIANS 3:14 Billy Graham Jesus said, “Go ye into ALL THE WORLD and preach the gospel.” He didn’t say, “Go into the capitalist countries only.” I’ve been in countries with right-wing … Continue reading →

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Worship God In Truth – 4

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 12-13; 18:9-22 3. Respecting Life Please read Deuteronomy 12:15-16; 20-28 for the background to this section. These verses focus on the Jews’ treatment of the blood of animals that were either sacrificed at the altar or eaten … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 8/11/2023

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

An Irrational Life Love is irrational. It requires doing things that compromise every survival instinct. Moses tells God’s people to have a memory of what God has done among them and to love Him as a result: “And you shall … Continue reading →

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Worship God In Truth – 3

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 12-13; 18:9-22 2. Worshiping the Lord – Continued Please read Deuteronomy 12:4-14 for the background to this section. One altar for sacrifices (verses 6-7, 12-14). Canaanite worship permitted the people to offer whatever sacrifices they pleased at … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 8/10/2023

Posted on August 10, 2023 by Roland Ledoux

A Letter of Recommendation We file letters of recommendation from pastors, past supervisors, and teachers that highlight our skills, attitude, and work ethic. They present us as ideal candidates, glossing over the things we lack and the ways in which … Continue reading →

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