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The Purpose of Gifts; March 3, 2025


1 Corinthians 12:7 Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. This chapter is one I have studied a great deal, and each verse is very meaningful. The stress on unity in diversity … Continue reading

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Love; September 8, 2024


2 John 1:6 And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is that you walk in love. John is sometimes called “The Apostle of Love,” because he talks about it … Continue reading

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Death; December 27, 2023


1 Thessalonians 4:13 Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. The longer I live the more I am amazed at some … Continue reading

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Children; July 14, 2023


Mark 6:3 “Isn’t this the carpenter? Isn’t this Mary’s son and the brother of James, Joseph, Judas and Simon? Aren’t his sisters here with us?” And they took offense at him. We don’t often think about Jesus’ family when He … Continue reading

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Dealing with Sin; August 27, 2022


Psalm 51:10 Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. This Psalm is certainly one of the most famous, and for excellent reason. As the response to Nathan having confronted David over his … Continue reading

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Giving a Testimony; August 23, 2022


Psalm 40:10 I do not hide your righteousness in my heart; I speak of your faithfulness and salvation. I do not conceal your love and your truth from the great assembly. Several of David’s Psalms seem almost bipolar, going from … Continue reading

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Music; March 28, 2018


Matthew 26:30 When they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives. To my recollection this is the only place where it says anything at all about Jesus making music in any form. As big as … Continue reading

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October 15, 2014


Romans 14:19 Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification. Once again we are reminded that whereas Christ died for each individual, He didn’t do so for us to be self-centered and … Continue reading

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September 9, 2014


Matthew 10:39 “Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” This verse seems more contemporary all the time, with people talking about “finding themselves” and having “me time.” The Japanese … Continue reading

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