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Matthew 24:36
It is good that we don't know exactly when Christ will return. If we knew the precise date, we might be tempted to be lazy in our work for Christ. Worse yet, we might plan to keep sinning and then turn…
Created 3 months ago
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Matthew 22:37-40
Jesus says that if we truly love God and our neighbor, we will naturally keep the commandments. This is looking at God's law positively. Rather than worrying about all we should not do, we should concentrate…
Created 3 months ago
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Matthew 22: 1-14
God wants us to join him at his banquet which will last for eternity. That's why he sends us invitation again and again. Have you accepted his invitation.
Created 3 months ago
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Matthew 21:23-25
In Jesus' world, as in ours, people looked for the outward sign of authority - education, title, position, connections. But Jesus' authority came from who he was not from any outward and superficial trappings.…
Created 3 months ago
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Mark 11:12-26
Pray for absolutely everything ranging from small to large. Include everything as you embrace this God-life, and you'll get God's everything. If I claim to have faith without putting it to work in my…
Created 4 months ago
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James 1:5
Wisdom begins with respect for God, leads to right living, and results in increased ability to tell right from wrong. God is willing to give us this wisdom; but we will be unable to receive it if our…
Created 4 months ago
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James 1:5-8
By "wisdom," James is talking not only about knowledge, but the ability to make wise decisions in difficult circumstances. If we need wisdom we can pray to God and he will supply what we need. Christians…
Created 4 months ago
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Hebrew 11: 1-40
The beginning point of faith is believing in God's character - He is who he says. The end point is believing in God's promises - he will do what he says. When we believe that God will fulfill his promises…
Created 4 months ago
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Hebrew 10:25
To neglect Christian meetings is to give up the encouragement of help of other Christians. We gather together to share our faith and strengthen one another in the Lord. As we get closer to the day when…
Created 4 months ago
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Roman 5: 1-5
Peace with God is possible only because Jesus pad the price for our sins with his death on the cross. Our relationship with God begins with faith, which helps us realize that we are delivered from our…
Created 4 months ago
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Romans 4:1-25
This verse means if a person could earn right standing with God by being good, it wouldn't be free, it would be an obligation. Our self-reliance is futile; all we can do is cast ourselves on God's mercy…
Created 4 months ago
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John 20:29
Some people think they would believe in Jesus if they could see a definite sign or miracle. But Jesus says we are blessed if we can believe without seeing. We have all the proof we need in the words of…
Created 4 months ago
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John 14:12-14
When Jesus says we can ask for anything, we must remember our asking must be in his name--that is, according to God's character and will. God will not grant requests contrary to his nature or his will,…
Created 4 months ago
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Mark 9:14
Jesus' words do not mean we can automatically obtain anything we want if we just think positively. Jesus meant that anything is possible if we believe because nothing is too difficult for God. We cannot…
Created 4 months ago
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Mark 5:21-49
Sometimes we feel our problems will keep us from God. But he is always ready to help, and we should never allow our fear and lack of faith to keep us from approaching him. Jesus was not angry with this…
Created 4 months ago
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Matthews 21:18-22
If you only appear to have faith without putting it to work in your life, you are like the fig tree that withered and died because it bore no fruit. Genuine faith means bearing fruit for God's Kingdom.…
Created 4 months ago
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1 Sam 1: 7-20
The antidote for discouragement is: tell God how you really feel and leave your problems with him. Then rely upon the support of good friends and counselors.
Created 4 months ago
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Genesis 22: 1-14
God was testing Abraham. The purpose of testing us is to strengthen our character and deepen our commitment. God didn't want Isaac to die, but he wanted Abraham to sacrifice Isaac in his heart so it…
Created 4 months ago
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2 Chronicles 28:20
David advised Solomon not to be frightened about the size of his task as king and builder of the Temple. Fear can immobilize us. The size of he job, it's risk, or the pressure of the situation can cause…
Created 4 months ago
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1 Chronicles 22:11
David learned that it takes total dedication to please God-obey with heart and soul (22:19). This requires both right decisions (good judgment), and right attitudes (strength, courage and enthusiasm).…
Created 4 months ago
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Earned a Badge — Completed First Reading Plan
2012-01-29
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Philippians 1:27
Paul encourages the believers to fight side by side, "striving" or contending for the faith. How sad that much tome and effort is lost by fighting against one another in the church instead of uniting…
Created 4 months ago
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Hebrew 4: 16
Prayer is our approach to God, and we are to come "boldly unto the throne of grace." Some Christians approach God meekly with heads hung, afraid to ask him to meet their needs. Others pray flippantly…
Created 4 months ago
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Daniel 3: 8-30
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego stayed committed to God. They wouldn't bow down to false gods. They were strong and courageous. When you stand for God, you will stand out. It may be painful, and it…
Created 4 months ago
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Psalm 23
Sheep are completely dependent on the shepherd for provision, guidance, and protection. When we allow God our shepherd to guide us, we have contentment. When we choose to sin, however, we go our own…
Created 4 months ago
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Proverbs 23
The people most likely to gain knowledge are those who are willing to listen. It is a sign of strength, not weakness, to pay attention to what others have to say. People who are eager to listen continue…
Created 4 months ago
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Earned a Badge — Created 10 [Public] Notes
2012-01-09
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Earned a Badge — Created First [Public] Note
2012-01-04
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Earned a Badge — Subscribed to First Reading Plan
2011-12-30
