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Disciples; April 22, 2026


John 8:31-31 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” Various discussions are held as to the definition … Continue reading

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Progressive Revelation; April 21, 2026


John 3:12 “I have spoken to you of earthly things and you do not believe; how then will you believe if I speak of heavenly things?” There is certainly such a thing as progressive revelation. Much knowledge and understanding requires … Continue reading

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Growing Faith; April 20, 2026


John 3:2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs you are doing if God were not with him.” As came out in … Continue reading

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The Cost of Discipleship; April 16, 2026


Luke 14:27 “And whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.” This is a part of Jesus’ teaching that most Christians like to ignore! Particularly in places like the US, comfort is a very high … Continue reading

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Understanding the Bible; April 7, 2026


Luke 24:45 Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. When we come right down to it, we’re all pretty dense. We need God’s help if we are going to understand what’s written in the Bible, even … Continue reading

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Impossible; March 25, 2026


Mark 10:27 Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.” This is a vitally important, fundamental principle that we give lip service to, and at the same time … Continue reading

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Individual Differences; March 22, 2026


Mark 5:20 So the man went away and began to tell in the Decapolis how much Jesus had done for him. And all the people were amazed. Here we have a disciple who didn’t physically follow Jesus, though he wanted to. … Continue reading

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Perception; March 19, 2026


Matthew 28:9 Suddenly Jesus met them. “Greetings,” he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshiped him. Matthew gets the story slightly scrambled, but he does have Mary Magdalene grabbing Jesus’ feet. John, in chapter 20, gives a bit more … Continue reading

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Status; March 16, 2026


Matthew 23:12 “For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” It’s interesting how much trouble we have following what Jesus says here. The Catholic practice of addressing priests as Father is in … Continue reading

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Church; March 10, 2026


Matthew 16:18 “And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.” This is a very famous verse, for good reason, and it has also generated a … Continue reading

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