Contributions
Oct 4
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justinsamsel added a link contribution In facing evil peopleYes, there will be times when we encounter evil people; It’s part of the fallen world we’ve inherited and it’s due to the contributions of our own sin natures. But how would Jesus have us face such a ... Read more »
May 2
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JC-Ryle added a text contribution Matthew 10:16-23The truths contained in these verses should be pondered by all who try to do good in the world. To the selfish man, who cares for nothing but his own ease or comfort, there may seem to be little in th... Read more »
Feb 17
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grapevine777 added a text contribution To Whom the Son Reveals HimGods sovereignty. Who chooses? Read more »
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grapevine777 added a text contribution ...shall not lose his reward.This would seem counter to the OSAS position. Read more »
Feb 6
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upwardjourney added a link contribution Person of PeaceThe disciples were instructed to move from house to house and search for the one who would be “worthy”. In other translations they were to look for a “man of peace”. This individual would welcome th... Read more »
Jan 26
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thetapop1 added a text contribution Good adviceA great challenge to gain worldy wisdom and understanding while all the while maintaining our purity and priorities Read more »
Jan 15
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tylerjagen added a text contribution Matthew 10:1-25 Opportunity to ServeIt is important that we give our people the opportunity to grow through practical serving. Jesus was not just a teacher, he was an equipper. We need to work on real ways for people to grow through s... Read more »
Jan 10
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bennettc2969 added a text contribution A Universal WarningOn closer examination, Jesus subtly switches gears at verse 16. Where he was specifically addressing his immediate disciples, at verse 16 he begins to address all his followers throughout the coming a... Read more »
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surgeon added a text contribution What kind of promises are these?!Promise 1- I am sending you out as sheep among wolves. Warning- beware of men! Promise 2- they will deliver you to the courts and beat the brakes off of you. Promise 3- you will be dragged before gove... Read more »
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really...shrewd. shrewd·er, shrewd·est 1. Characterized by keen awareness, sharp intelligence, and often a sense of the practical. 2. Disposed to artful and cunning practices; tricky. 3. Sharp; pene... Read more »
Jan 9
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jbrient added a text contribution The Words of JesusI guess its fitting that no scripture seems to make me more uncomfortable than the words of Jesus Himself. Statements like "I send you into the world as sheep amidst wolves", "you will be dragged befo... Read more »
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bocajrfan added a link contribution Matthew 10:1-42Matthew 10:1-42 Read more »
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andrewmatthew added a text contribution Follow in His FootstepsThe verses of Matthew 10:1-42 describes what Christ says to twelve apostles before sending them out them out among the public to spread the Word of the Lord. Jesus describes what his plans and expecta... Read more »
Jan 8
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cnieuwhof added a text contribution What's Really At StakeThis is a tough text. If we read Matthew 10 to seminary grads, most would quit before they began. Clearly, the call to stand for love and truth is not easy. It will divide families, cause hardship ... Read more »
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donttalkmedown added a text contribution Life Sucksi've always asked the question: can a christian be a pessimist? well, i don't know about that, but speaking realistically, God warns that the disciples that following him will not lead to happiness su... Read more »
Sep 20
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jaysten added a link contribution Being Missional: Green LightBlog post on being missional Read more »
Aug 27
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tonysteward added a text contribution they will hate you - but stand firmAs Jesus sends us out into the world to serve in his name, he knows that even though we go in peace, we carry a dangerous message that will rise up men to violence and ill will. BUT he doesn't suggest... Read more »
Jun 4
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daily_devotions added a link contribution Greatest Gift of AllDo a stock-take of all that God has generously poured out to you and then 'freely give'. Read more »
May 6
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bryguy23-kyc added a text contribution Am I mportant to God?sparrows are only worth a penny and not one of them will fall without our God knowing about it, It says that we are more important than 1000 sparrows and if one sparrow can't fall with out God knowing... Read more »
Apr 22
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sonkyc added a text contribution Sheep among WolvesI love this verse. It tels us to be smart. Aware. But, it also tells us that we can't be mean, vendictive, or deceitful. We are here to spread the gospel, not turn people off from the truth. Read more »