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Commended
Medals, ribbons, and certificates, are all methods of being recognized for service, devotion and “going beyond the call of duty”. In the Christian life, there is also recognition, but not from peer acknowledgment. It’s based on Christ’s approval, and concerning … Continue reading
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Harvest
A spiritual seed contains life. Whether it’s a word of scripture, a brief testimony, or the sharing of resources and encouragement, tiny grains of life can produce a sizeable harvest because Jesus is the Lord of the Harvest (Matt. 9:38). … Continue reading
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Perfected
Good days, bad days, highs and lows; they’re all part of the Christian life…but you’re perfect. Even though it may not feel like it, if you’re in Christ, you’re perfect. As a matter of fact, the Bible explains it this way: … Continue reading
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Wisdom 11.14
“Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.” – Proverbs 11:14 NKJV Consultation is a great resource; and the quality of the counselor determines the value of the input. All opinions … Continue reading
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Compelled
In your walk of faith, what motivates you? To be faithful? Read your Bible? Attend church? Pray? Share a testimony? According to scripture it should be this: “For the love of Christ compels us…” – 2 Corinthians 5:14 NKJV The … Continue reading
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Trust
“Confidence” and “expectation” are key parts of “trust”. When it comes to people, to place trust in someone is to have confidence or expectations regarding their character. The interesting question is, “What produces the confidence or expectation?” Does it come … Continue reading
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Extraordinary
Ever seen a headline like “$10,000 Baseball Card Found in Old Trunk”, or “Priceless Painting Bought at Yard Sale”? It’s amazing what turns up when attentive eyes are looking. While those stories are intriguing, one of the most incredible stories … Continue reading
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Liberty
Is there really freedom in Christ? Yes. Does Christian liberty allow for different preferences? Yes. Is Christian liberty designed for self-serving indulgence? No. Even though self-oriented things are often called liberty, a New Testament liberated life is about God-honoring activity. … Continue reading
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Wisdom 11.11
“A city is built up by the blessing of the upright, but it is torn down by the mouth of the wicked.” – Proverbs 11:11 HCSB Never underestimate the power of your presence. There’s a sphere of influence that goes … Continue reading
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Sufficiency
What does sufficiency mean for the disciple? The word “sufficient” means “needed amount”, or “wanted amount”; and life has lots of needs and wants. For example, food and water are needed to live, and of course, humans are designed to … Continue reading
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Fragrance
What are some pleasing smells? Cookies baking? Steaks grilling? Fresh coffee brewing? All three are enjoyable, and then there’s a personal level of fragrance too; for example, your wife’s perfume or husband’s aftershave. In life, there are emotions, memories, and mental … Continue reading
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Conscience
A clear conscience is priceless. It makes for better sleep and recall of previous statements a lot easier (no need to construct new lies to cover old ones). Unfortunately, false accusations, innuendo and unforeseen challenges can bring doubt. Paul was … Continue reading
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Steady
When the trail gets long, it often comes down to simply putting-one-foot-in-front-of-the-other. The scenery isn’t inspiring anymore, the small talk is no longer interesting, the pack has gotten heavier and rest seems far away. In the life of a disciple, … Continue reading
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Order
God is a God “of order”. In many ways, we can observe creation and see that God made the universe in a manner that’s understandable (laws of physics, etc.). Of course, there are many things we’ve yet to understand, but … Continue reading
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Wisdom 11.1
“Dishonest scales are detestable to the Lord, but an accurate weight is His delight.” – Proverbs 11:1 HCSB Decisions made while no one is looking is a true measure of someone’s integrity; and a life of honesty is the same … Continue reading
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Loved
The word “love” is often used carelessly. Many people consider it only regarding affection. In the Bible, however, the word love carries much more weight than just casual feelings that come and go, it involves an act of the will. … Continue reading
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Composite
In the ancient world, Hittite craftsmen made bows by layering materials that were held together by a simple, but surprisingly strong glue. The “composite” design enabled arrows to travel faster and made the bow more durable. Modern technology has made many improvements, but the composite principle … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 11-6-16
“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows His handiwork. Day unto day utters speech, and night unto night reveals knowledge.” – Psalm 19:1-2 NKJV The more we learn about the expanse of the universe, the more … Continue reading
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Whatever
Details can be important. For example, one wrong calculation can cause a spaceship to miss its target by thousands of miles, and a decimal point can change a deal from good to bad. As a former Pharisee, Paul was a man … Continue reading
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Slipping
Banana peels are messy when stepped on. Thankfully it’s not common to see one on the sidewalks, but there’s a lot of spiritual “banana peels” on a disciple’s path every day. And the danger is, getting too comfortable with their presence … Continue reading
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