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Fear; December 5. 2024


Isaiah 43:1 But now, this is what the Lord says—    he who created you, Jacob,    he who formed you, Israel:“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;    I have summoned you by name; you are mine.” I have long loved the musical setting of the end of this verse, … Continue reading

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Evangelism; July 4, 2022


Hebrews 10:23 Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. Reading this chapter I’m always tempted to dwell on verse 31, because that, in the mouth of Jonathan Edwards, was used to spark … Continue reading

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Gifting; August 28, 2020


Acts 4:12 “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” There are two particularly powerful statements by Peter in this section, this one and … Continue reading

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The Body of Christ; April 14, 2019


1 Corinthians 12:27 Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. We tend to think of this chapter as a discussion of spiritual gifts, which it is, but more importantly, Paul’s … Continue reading

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Boldness; October 8, 2018


2 Corinthians 3:12 Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold. I tend to be surprised at hesitant Christians. This verse would indicate that such an attitude shows they don’t understand the glory of the New Covenant … Continue reading

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Evangelism; August 16, 2018


Acts 5:13-14 No one else dared join them, even though they were highly regarded by the people. Nevertheless, more and more men and women believed in the Lord and were added to their number. This passage first jumped out at … Continue reading

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October 19, 2015


1 Peter 3:3-4 Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and … Continue reading

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