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Stumbling
Tripping over something can be embarrassing (especially in public); and sometimes wounded pride can also be accompanied by injury. In the household of faith, we’re commanded to take extra care regarding the placement of “spiritual furniture” around our life’s living … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 10-9-16
“I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure.” – Psalm 16:8-9 NIV Are your … Continue reading
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Neighborly
“Love does no harm to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.” – Romans 13:10 NKJV What does it mean to be a “good neighbor”? Is it watching out for another’s property while they’re on vacation? Putting … Continue reading
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Overcoming
Evil is restless. It’s never content with marginal status, and the Bible teaches that a proper defense is actually a posture of offense. In Romans chapter 12, there’s a series of directives given for the active, grace-filled life. There are things like authentic love, … Continue reading
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Soberly
Drunken decisions are less wise than sober; because thoughts are better without impairment. Incidentally, the idea of clear, sober thinking is how Paul finishes up his thorough discussion of sin, faith, law, and grace (Romans Ch.1-11). Starting off chapter 12, he … Continue reading
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Wisdom 5.21
“For the ways of a man are before the eyes of the Lord, and He watches all his paths.” – Proverbs 5:21 NASB There is no secret life before the Lord. All we do is open to His view, and … Continue reading
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Unsearchable
Israel rejected Jesus as the Messiah. He was in their temple, their marketplaces and their homes; yet many didn’t embrace Him as Lord. The moment had come and gone for the introduction of the promised King…and the majority chose not … Continue reading
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Counsel
Have you ever been asked for advice? Or perhaps circumstances have compelled you to offer advice to someone not asking for it; like your child, student, subordinate, friend, or family member. Either way, when it comes to right and wrong, … Continue reading
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Pottery
Clay pottery is a common artifact found at many archeological digs. It’s often a welcomed find for its ability to tell stories and reveal clues about who made it. Someone gathered the material, envisioned a designed, fashioned the clay, and fired it … Continue reading
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Family
It’s been said that “blood is thicker than water”, but what is it that makes family…family? The most obvious answer is birth, but then there’s adoption and marriage that also join people into the bonds of family. In each case, there’s … Continue reading
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Guiltless
“Not guilty!” Upon that declaration, what would be on the mind of one exonerated of a criminal charge? Thanks? Joy? Things-to-do? Freedom? All-the-above?! For the believer, there’s also such a declaration: “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who … Continue reading
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Unwavering
Have you ever been unsure of something? Perhaps it was about a decision or your ability to perform under pressure. In Abraham’s life, there were some very unsure moments. However, the heavenly statement about his life reads this way: “He did … Continue reading
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Wisdom 3.19
“The Lord by wisdom founded the earth; by understanding He established the heavens; by His knowledge the depths were broken up, and clouds drop down the dew. My son, let them not depart from your eyes-keep sound wisdom and discretion; … Continue reading
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Images
There’s a popular store where you create your own stuffed animals. The process involves choosing a “shell”, filling it with fluff, accessorizing, then taking the new made-to-order friend home. It may seem like a modern concept, but many of the ancients actually developed their … Continue reading
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Known
What will you be known for? After the flood, Noah’s descendants faced a series of questions. For example, “Where would they all live?” and “How would their society function?” Under Noah’s great-grandson Nimrod, they decided to build a great city … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 9-11-16
“The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know Your name will trust in You, for You have never forsaken those who seek You.” – Psalm 9:9-10 NIV The Lord is our … Continue reading
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Measures
Why do experienced builders still bother with measuring equipment? I mean, with all that practice, he should be able to simply take a good look, mark, cut, place and nail without ever consulting a measuring tape or level, right? Not exactly. The experienced … Continue reading
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Wisdom 3.3
“Let not mercy and truth forsake you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart, and so find favor and high esteem in the sight of God and man.” – Proverbs 3:3-4 NKJV Are the … Continue reading
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Unbreakable
Laws are often violated; either on purpose, through negligence, or lack of knowledge. However, there’s one that cannot be broken: “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.” – Gal. 6:7 NKJV … Continue reading
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Noah
Sometimes evil in the world seems overwhelming, but take a moment to consider Noah. When instructions came for him to build an ark, the world was full of evil. Genesis 6:11 records it this way: “The earth also was corrupt before … Continue reading
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