KEY PRINCIPLES FROM THIS MESSSAGE: The qualifying statement for “Remember your leaders” is “those who spoke the word of God” (ref: 1Ti 4:1; Mk 7:5-8; 1Jn 5:21). The only currency that ought to be exchanging hands in the faith is grace.
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KEY PRINCIPLES FROM THIS MESSAGE: Righteous people are compelled to worship God, but not just out of some duty to Him; rather, out of reverence for Him. This worship is a function of our regeneration, having been given a new heart. We were designed to worship God only. This worship must be performed “in spirit and
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The human tongue possesses power beyond measure. It can both bless and curse. It can also heal or cut deep wounds that leave scars for the remainder of a person’s life. We must learn to wield it wisely. Look at the ships also: though they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they
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KEY PRINCIPLES FROM THIS MESSAGE: We were designed to worship God only. This worship must be performed “in spirit and truth” (Jn 4:23); otherwise, it is wood, hay, and straw to be burned at the judgment seat (1Co 3:12-15). The most energized people in this world are the humblest. The most exhausted ones are the most arrogant.
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KEY PRINCIPLES FROM THIS MESSAGE: We were designed to worship God only. This worship must be performed “in spirit and truth” (Jn 4:23); otherwise, it is wood, hay, and straw to be burned at the judgment seat (1Co 3:12-15). The most energized people in this world are the humblest. The most exhausted ones are the most arrogant.
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Humans will often fight for their right to maintain certain routines, even more than they will fight for what’s right. Let that sink in. While doing so, allow me to explain… I’ve lived a dynamic life, which I’m incredibly thankful for because God knows how curious my mind is. I’ve met a bazillion people, traveled
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KEY PRINCIPLES FROM THIS MESSAGE: Godly love is unfettered by your circumstances, whether alone or in a crowded room. Love transcends all aspects of life, assuring peace, happiness, and contentment, at all times. It’s like wearing a favorite pair of shoes, pants, or a shirt…it’s “comfortable”…your “home”. Worship of any other ‘god’ (money, self, idols,
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KEY PRINCIPLES FROM THIS MESSAGE: Love that is based on faith holds the entire Body of Christ together in unity! Godly love is unfettered by your circumstances, whether alone or in a crowded room. Love transcends all aspects of life, assuring peace, happiness, and contentment, at all times. It’s like wearing a favorite pair of
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“You have a strong back,” said my doctor. That was like 30 years ago. Don’t laugh. “Ouch, my back hurts,” said I. That was yesterday. OK, go ahead and laugh now. I’m 56 years old at the writing of this blog and I’ve enjoyed good health my whole life, having evaded most common injuries. I’m
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KEY PRINCIPLES FROM THIS MESSAGE: Death is insurmountable…but not for Christ (who IS God). Christ overcame death because you were incapable of it. And being baptized into union with Him at salvation means you have also been baptized into His death and resurrection! Love that is based on faith holds the entire Body of Christ
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