Monthly Archives: October 2021

Pleasure; October 29, 2021


1 Timothy 5:6 But the widow who lives for pleasure is dead even while she lives. Paul is talking about widows here, but this statement could apply to anyone, and a lot of people would fit into this category. God … Continue reading

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Doctrines of Demons; October 28, 2021


1 Timothy 4:3 They forbid people to marry and order them to abstain from certain foods, which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and who know the truth. I have long been aware of the … Continue reading

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Praying for Leaders; October 27, 2021


1 Tim 2:1-2 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone — for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. … Continue reading

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Perseverance; October 26, 2021


2 Thessalonians 3:5 May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance. We love to talk about God’s love, and rightly so; the Bible is full of it. However, we aren’t so fond of talking about Christ’s … Continue reading

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Motivation; October 25, 2021


2 Thessalonians 1:11 With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may count you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may fulfill every good purpose of yours and every act prompted by … Continue reading

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Music; October 24, 2021


1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful … Continue reading

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Pastoral Ministry; October 23, 2021


1 Thessalonians 3:8-9 For now we really live, since you are standing firm in the Lord. How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy we have in the presence of our God because of … Continue reading

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Thoughts and Prayers; October 22, 2021


Colossians 4:2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Translation is an interesting thing. Often a variety of translations can be entirely justified from exactly the same original. Here, the Japanese says, “Be relentless in prayer.” That carries a … Continue reading

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Distance Ministry; October 21, 2021


Colossians 1:9 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. Colossians stands out … Continue reading

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Faith vs. Anxiety; October 20, 2021


Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ … Continue reading

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