Tag Archives: Life Lessons

Jesus, the Bridegroom

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: John 3:22-30 The new birth is one of the key topics in John 3. In addition, in this chapter we see Jesus Christ in three different roles: the Teacher, the Bridegroom, and the Witness. This is a continuation … Continue reading →

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Poetic Praise 8/24/2025

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

*Pastor’s Note: Helen Steiner Rice (1900-1981) was an influential American writer of inspirational and Christian poetry. She wrote and sold millions of books of her verses. Her poetry is quoted almost everywhere. My prayer is that you will be blessed … Continue reading →

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Classic Poetry 8/23/2025

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

*Pastor’s Note: A.B. Simpson was a very well respected Canadian preacher, theologian and author who lived from December 15, 1843 to October 29, 1919. My prayer is that you will be blessed and inspired by his poetry as much as … Continue reading →

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Daily Devotional 8/22/2025

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

“I LOVE MANKIND. . . .” Matthew 5:44 “But I say to you, love your enemies . . .” In the comic strip Peanuts, Linus once explained, “I love mankind; it’s people I can’t stand.” English playwright W. Somerset Maugham … Continue reading →

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Anecdotal Story 8/21/2025

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

That One Person Scripture References: 1 Samuel 23:16-17; Ephesians 4:7; Hebrews 2:4 Jessie Owens and Luz Long competed against each other in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. What Owens later called “an act of special grace and special courtesy to a … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 8/20/2025

Posted on August 20, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture for Study and Encouragement: James 3:13-16 You were hardwired to depend on God, so your dreams of self-reliance and self-sufficiency will prove to be more nightmares than dreams. Why is it so hard for so many of us to … Continue reading →

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Food For Thought 8/19/2025

Posted on August 19, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

And great hail from heaven fell upon men, each hailstone about the weight of a talent. Men blasphemed God because of the plague of the hail, since that plague was exceedingly great (Revelation 16:21). H-Bomb Forms Hailstones Reports that have … Continue reading →

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Life In Focus 8/18/2025

Posted on August 18, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Facing the Facts About Sin THE Bible is straightforward about the ultimate cause behind suffering and evil. It gives a sobering account of how we human beings, who were created as pure and noble creatures, have become wicked and hurtful … Continue reading →

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Reflecting With God 8/17/2025

Posted on August 17, 2025 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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Bible Insights 8/16/2025

Posted on August 16, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

The Test Then Jesus lifted up His eyes, and seeing a great multitude coming toward Him, He said to Philip, “Where shall we buy bread, that these may eat?” But this He said to test him, for He Himself knew … Continue reading →

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Jesus, the Teacher – 4

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: John 3:1-21 From Last Lesson: The verb “lifted up” has a dual meaning: to be crucified (John 8:28; 12:32-34) and to be glorified and exalted. The serpent on the pole (verses 14-18) – Continued. Much as the serpent … Continue reading →

Jesus, the Teacher – 3

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: John 3:1-21 The wind (verses 8-13). It is likely that the evening wind was blowing just then as Nicodemus and Jesus sat on the housetop conversing. The word “wind” in both Hebrew and Greek can also be translated … Continue reading →

Jesus, the Teacher – 2

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: John 3:1-21 From Last Lesson: The Spirit of God takes the Word of God and, when the sinner believes, imparts the life of God. Birth (verses 1-7) – Continued. However, Jesus was not teaching that the new birth … Continue reading →

Jesus, the Teacher – 1

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: John 3:1-21 Not only was Benjamin Franklin a great statesman and inventor, but he was also a great correspondent and received letters from famous people from all over the world. One day he received what could well have … Continue reading →

Poetic Praise 8/11/2025

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Classic Poetry 8/10/2025

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Daily Devotional 8/09/2025

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

LUKE 12:32 “Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” Here Jesus seeks to give us courage to believe in God. As a matter of fact, He does this often. We … Continue reading →

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Anecdotal Story 8/08/2025

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

That One Person Scripture References: Exodus 19:5; Malachi 3:17; Mark 1:11 Somerset Maugham’s The Social Sense centers on a married couple. Mary Warton had been a concert singer in her day and remained an accomplished musician as a doyen. Her … Continue reading →

Spiritual Nuggets 8/07/2025

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture for Study and Encouragement: Isaiah 53 Jesus paid it all! There are no bills due for your sin! You are now free to simply trust and obey. Stop trying to earn something from God. Stop trying to gain more … Continue reading →

Food For Thought 8/06/2025

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Roland Ledoux

And great hail from heaven fell upon men, each hailstone about the weight of a talent. Men blasphemed God because of the plague of the hail, since that plague was exceedingly great (Revelation 16:21). A Monument to Hail Perhaps one … Continue reading →