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Perceptions
Jesus was a carpenter; and to those who knew Him growing up, the image of a tradesman was fixed in their minds. To them, that’s what He was…and all He was ever going to be. Consider what the people of … Continue reading
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Wisdom 19.21
“Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the LORD’s decree will stand.” – Proverbs 19:21 HCSB There’s an old saying among carpenters, “Measure twice, cut once.” because once a cut is made, it can’t be undone. Perhaps it’s a … Continue reading
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Peace
Storms are powerful displays of nature, and when seasons change, the weather can get nasty. In our personal life, “changing winds” can also bring a storm. In the Gospels, there’s a pivotal moment where the disciples sailed into rough seas while Jesus … Continue reading
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Tiny
Big results in God’s kingdom often start very small. Jesus explained it this way: “To what shall we liken the Kingdom of God? Or with what parable shall we picture it? It is like a mustard seed which, when it is … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 3-18-18
“Sacrifice and offering You did not desire; my ears You have opened…I delight to do Your will, O my God, and Your law is written within my heart.” – Psalm 40:6-8 NKJV Obedience is better than sacrifice (2 Sam. 15:22). … Continue reading
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Labels
People will label you various ways; “nice”, “mean”, “attractive”, “talented”, “clumsy”, etc. Some are welcome…and some aren’t. In the Bible, there’s a lot of people who knew about labels. One of them encountered Jesus while in a lifestyle so “colorful” the … Continue reading
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Burdens
Sometimes the journey of faith is filled with “stumped toes” and “skinned knees”. Do you ever feel like sitting down, tending to your wounds, and giving up? If so, you’re not alone. Jesus understands your struggles. Think about that for … Continue reading
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Wisdom 18.21
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” – Proverbs 18:10 NKJV Words lift. Words crush. Words wound. Words heal. Be careful how you use them, since they often … Continue reading
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Humility
Don’t confuse humility with weakness. A person can be in a position of weakness, or forced into submission, and still not have humility. Humility only comes when there is a decision of the will. A strong will can be a … Continue reading
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Rock
Wise builders start with a solid foundation. If the substructure is faulty, what’s above will eventually crumble. Jesus said not everyone who says “Lord, Lord” shall enter the Kingdom. Consider His words: “Many will say to Me in that day, … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 3-11-18
“Blessed is that man who makes the Lord his trust, and does not respect the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.” – Psalm 40:4 NKJV If your trust is in the Lord, have you pondered how secure that … Continue reading
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Pathways
The life of a disciple is not readily understood or embraced by popular culture. Consider how Jesus described the contrast: “Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and … Continue reading
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Judged
No one likes being judged; especially by someone else’s standards. Jesus gave a rule we call “golden”: “Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.” – Matthew … Continue reading
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Eyes
What catches your eye? Jesus spoke of the eye as a lamp…or not: “The lamp of the body is the eye. If therefore your eye is good, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eye is … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 3-4-18
“I waited patiently for the Lord; and He inclined to me, and heard my cry. He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my … Continue reading
Treasure
What captivates your heart? What pursuit, activity, person or possession do you treasure? Consider Jesus’ words about the heart’s allegiance: “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and … Continue reading
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Hidden
Jesus practiced a “hidden” principle in His ministry that He also pointed out to His disciples: “Moreover, when you fast, do not be like the hypocrites, with a sad countenance. For they disfigure their faces that they may appear to … Continue reading
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Glory
The way Jesus ended the model prayer tells us a lot about how we should approach everything after the “amen”: “…For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.” Matthew 6:13b NKJV Acknowledging that the kingdom, the … Continue reading
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Wisdom 17.3
“A crucible for silver, and a smelter for gold, and the LORD is the tester of hearts.” – Proverbs 17:3 HCSB Pure gold and silver are valuable, but soft. In commercial use, other metals are added to lower the cost … Continue reading
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Delivered
Temptation is real, and as close as our thoughts. Jesus never glossed over it, and in the model prayer, He said this: “…And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” Matthew 6:13a NKJV Our … Continue reading
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