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Trustworthy
What does it mean to “keep your word”? Is it sticking to a promise as long as the other person reciprocates, or is it more? When it comes to describing an event or recalling a conversation, what does “integrity of story” mean? … Continue reading
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Heart
Your heart is a private conference room. It’s where emotions and thoughts engage in personal deliberation. Sometimes the conversation is quick, sometimes it’s ongoing, or maybe no deliberation at all. Jesus spoke and taught much about the heart. It was at … Continue reading
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Wisdom 16.31
“The silver-haired head is a crown of glory, if it is found in the way of righteousness.” – Proverbs 16:31 NKJV Experience can be a great teacher to those who learn from mistakes. The ones who have done so (and considered … Continue reading
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Rebellion
Was Jesus a rebel? We must be careful not to equate the institutional scheming against Jesus, to mean that He was a rebel. From the moment Jesus drew His first breathe in a human body, He was God-on-earth. He took … Continue reading
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Light
Light can be blinding, but also illuminating, guiding and healing. Jesus spoke of light when describing His followers: “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 2-12-17
“Blessed are the people who know the joyful sound! They walk O Lord in the light of Your countenance.” – Psalm 89:15 NKJV In the presence of God, there is one posture; worship. Are you seeking to be in the … Continue reading
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Salt
In the ancient world, salt was a valuable commodity and used in many daily tasks. Hundreds of heavily loaded camels in long caravans would traverse hostile territory to get the salt to market. It was such a necessary ingredient in the economy of … Continue reading
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Blessed
To know Jesus is to be blessed. In other words, there is a “supreme contentment” that comes from knowing the King of all Creation and having the confidence inside that He’s in control. Consider the foundational truths from the beginning … Continue reading
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Touch
Jesus ministered with great power and people came from all directions to experience it: “And the whole multitude sought to touch Him, for power went out from Him and healed them all.” – Luke 6:19 NKJV There is a need … Continue reading
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Wisdom 16.25
“There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.” – Proverbs 16:25 NKJV Be careful what you base your ethos on. If we simply construct our own “ethical code”, we’ll set … Continue reading
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Made
God created everything with order and purpose. Some things have obvious functionality, some have stunning beauty, and others are not easily understood. But there’s one creation with a special label attached saying, “Made in the image of God.” When Jesus’ … Continue reading
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Windows
Stained glass windows are beautiful in the sunlight, but they don’t allow you to see much on the other side. The view is limited to the color and image the artist chose. In John chapter 5, there’s the record of … Continue reading
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Well
“Do you want to be made well?” was the question Jesus asked a man at the Pool of Bethesda who’d been sick for 38 years. When the man explained he was trying to get well by getting into the pool, … Continue reading
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Knowing
Knowing someone means to be familiar with their traits and preferences. When the disciples were questioned about their Master being at a gathering of tax collectors, Jesus spoke up and said: “Those who are well have no need of a … Continue reading
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Renewal
Spiritual power depends on daily renewal. In Jesus’ ministry, there was a consistent pattern like the one recorded in Luke 5. Consider the leper’s question and what happens next: ““Lord if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Then … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 1-29-17
Right now, in Heaven these words are being repeated: “Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, Who was and is and is to come!” – Revelation 4:8b NKJV The throne room is totally focused on God and filled with fire, smoke, … Continue reading
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Words
Never underestimate the power of the words “written in red”. When Jesus was in Samaria, the woman at the well left her water-pot and told the people all about Jesus. They received her testimony and invited Him to stay for … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Day 1-22-17
“Make a joyful shout to God, all the earth! Sing out the honor of His name; Make His praise glorious. Say to God, “How awesome are Your works!”” – Psalm 66:1-3a NKJV The word “awesome” has become a casual word … Continue reading
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The Truth is, I was Wrong
Not all confessions are to be made public, but I’m compelled to share this one. For the past week, the next verses of scripture in our current sermon series have challenged me. And during the presidential inauguration yesterday, Franklin Graham … Continue reading
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Appointments
Jesus’ mission was based on a heavenly schedule. He would minister for a period of time in an area then move to another. At the beginning of the gospels He was in Judea, and as He left to go back … Continue reading
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