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Fading Hope

 ”Both of them (Zechariah and Elizabeth) were righteous in the sight of God, observing all the Lord’s commands and decrees blamelessly. 7 But they were childless because Elizabeth was not able to conceive, and they were both very old.” (Luke 1:6-7)      The darkness grows deeper while hope grows dimmer. The days, months, years, and even decades...

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The Uniqueness of the Incarnation

In the incarnation Jesus, as God, took on human flesh. He is the God-man. As so many Bible verses indicate, Jesus’ birth as a male human did not begin His existence. And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us, and we saw His glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father, full...

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An Invitation to Community

     Growing up, I always found myself looking for ways to be quietly useful. I was never the sort to enjoy the spotlight and yet I couldn’t help but feel left out when I wasn’t involved in something. Whether it be at recess during elementary where I wasn’t selected until late for teams due to...

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I Thank God For You

“I thank my God every time I remember you” (Phil. 1:3, NIV). Thanksgiving Day has come and gone. We have spent the day or the weekend enjoying family and friends over a wonderful meal. For many Americans, it’s the weekend of early Black Friday shopping sprees, watching football games, going to a movie theater or...

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How to be a Good Witness with Our Walk and Speech

“Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt…” — (Colossians 4:5–6, NKJV) Paul gives us practical guidance for how Christians should live and speak in front of others. These verses show how our actions, time, and words work together as part...

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Being Grateful

Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow (James 1:17). November begins the holiday season. Many stores already have their Christmas decorations up, and it’s not even Thanksgiving! Later this month, the Thanksgiving weekend will contain...

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It’s More Than Food

“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; 20 you were bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your bodies” (I Corinthians 6:19-20). I love going to buffet for lunch or dinner. It’s all that I can eat for...

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Worship Song Analysis #2: WORTHY OF IT ALL

It has been one year since our first Worship Song Analysis of “Abide.” Today, we’re looking at a simple yet powerful song that invites us to join in the worship of the Lamb of God at His throne: “Worthy of It All.” Take a few minutes to play the song as you read and meditate...

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Some Results of Salvation

Followers of Christ living in a fallen, sinful world can have good days, so-so days, and not so good days. Be encouraged by your solid faith in the Lord Jesus Christ with the following Bible verses. Also, share these verses with other believers. You are a child of God. 12 But as many as received Him,...

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MY “TO DO LIST” FOR THE DAY

“But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law. (Galatians 5:18).      Do you have a “To Do List” in the back of your mind as your head hits the pillow? Do you feel faint before the day begins as you reflect at all the things that you have to do?...