Tag Archives: the Gospel

Righteousness; December 10, 2025


Jeremiah 23:6 In his days Judah will be saved    and Israel will live in safety.This is the name by which he will be called:    The Lord Our Righteous Savior. I have to start by saying that the latest NIV translation is unfortunate here. I’m sure … Continue reading

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Salvation; December 9, 2025


Isaiah 62:11 The Lord has made proclamation    to the ends of the earth:“Say to Daughter Zion,    ‘See, your Savior comes!See, his reward is with him,    and his recompense accompanies him.’” What jumps out at me about this verse is that salvation is a person. (The … Continue reading

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Salvation; October 6, 2025


Acts 16:30-32 He then brought them out and asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved—you and your household.” Then they spoke the word of the Lord to him and … Continue reading

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Response to the Gospel; October 3, 2025


Acts 13:48 When the Gentiles heard this, they were glad and honored the word of the Lord; and all who were appointed for eternal life believed. Having ministered in Japan all my life, it’s a little hard for me to really … Continue reading

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The Message of Salvation; September 15, 2025


Luke 2:10-11 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the … Continue reading

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Joy; September 11, 2025


Matthew 28:8 So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. The women’s joy here is something Jesus talked about in the Upper Room Discourse. “So with you: now is … Continue reading

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Human Interactions; August 19, 2025


Isaiah 58:6 “Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen:to loose the chains of injustice    and untie the cords of the yoke,to set the oppressed free    and break every yoke?” God is very clear: if we want a right relationship with Him, … Continue reading

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Evangelism; August 15, 2025


Isaiah 52:7 How beautiful on the mountains    are the feet of those who bring good news,who proclaim peace,    who bring good tidings,    who proclaim salvation,who say to Zion,    “Your God reigns!” This is a very famous verse, set to music numerous times and often … Continue reading

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Having Fun; July 23, 2025


Proverbs 15:21 Folly brings joy to one who has no sense,    but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course. Having fun can be a difficult subject. Many people have a distorted view of Christian faith, thinking it makes you “a stick … Continue reading

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Harvest; July 16, 2025


Psalm 126:5-6 Those who sow with tears    will reap with songs of joy.Those who go out weeping,    carrying seed to sow,will return with songs of joy,    carrying sheaves with them. This brief Psalm is dearly loved because it is such a beautiful message of … Continue reading

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