Tag Archives: the Gospel

September 10, 2013


Psalm 68:11 The Lord announced the word, and great was the company of those who proclaimed it: Sometimes I am very thankful I do my Scripture readings in two languages, and this is certainly one of those times. Two things … Continue reading

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February 9, 2013


Isaiah 55:6-7 Seek the LORD while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake his way and the evil man his thoughts. Let him turn to the LORD, and he will have mercy … Continue reading

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February 6, 2013


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!” I have sung this verse so many … Continue reading

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December 29, 2012


Colossians 1:15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. We think of Jesus as having been born in Bethlehem and laid in a manger, which He was, but He was “born” before the beginning … Continue reading

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December 12, 2012


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 Righteousness. Studying the various prophetic names for Christ can be very enlightening. … Continue reading

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August 19, 2012


2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. We have great difficulty grasping God’s time frame, … Continue reading

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July 7, 2012


Ephesians 1:13-14 And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing … Continue reading

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May 31, 2012


Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile. This verse should be engraved on the heart of … Continue reading

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September 17, 2011


2 Timothy 2:8 Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel. It’s interesting the difference a minor change in translation can make. The NIV just says, “remember,” but the Japanese has “always think about.” … Continue reading

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