Tag Archives: assurance

Rooted in the Word; May 14, 2026


Acts 20:32 “Now I commit you to God and to the word of his grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified.” This is ultimately what every Christian minister of any sort has … Continue reading

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On-the-Job Training; May 8, 2026


Acts 13:2 While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” Our theme is Training Disciples, but sometimes that is simply recognizing and … Continue reading

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Peace; May 2, 2026


John 16:33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” As many time as I have quoted this verse, in countless contexts … Continue reading

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Being Anxious; April 14, 2026


Luke 12:25-26 “Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life[a]? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?” How extremely timely! My wife and I leave this morning for … Continue reading

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Authority; March 14, 2026


Matthew 21:23 Jesus entered the temple courts, and, while he was teaching, the chief priests and the elders of the people came to him. “By what authority are you doing these things?” they asked. “And who gave you this authority?” Authority … Continue reading

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Humility; March 12, 2026


Matthew 18:3-4 And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” People … Continue reading

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God’s Provision; March 9, 2026


Matthew 15:34 “How many loaves do you have?” Jesus asked. “Seven,” they replied, “and a few small fish.” Jesus was teaching His disciples something very important, even though the passage says nothing about teaching. That was, whatever they had was enough … Continue reading

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Jeremiah; February 18, 2026


Jeremiah 10:23-24 Lord, I know that people’s lives are not their own;    it is not for them to direct their steps.Discipline me, Lord, but only in due measure—    not in your anger,    or you will reduce me to nothing. Jeremiah was certainly someone with … Continue reading

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Wisdom; January 29, 2026


Psalm 119:104 I gain understanding from your precepts;    therefore I hate every wrong path. The majority of this section made me think, “Conceited, much?” However, the focus is indeed on the reality that it is listening to God that gives us true … Continue reading

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Being Heard by God; January 23, 2026


Psalm 6:9 The Lord has heard my cry for mercy;    the Lord accepts my prayer. I think it’s important to notice that this Psalm is attributed to David. At first, he seems like a bit of a drama queen, talking about how much he cries … Continue reading

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