How to Live with Joy Every Day Knowing You are Forgiven and Loved
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How to Live with Joy Every Day Knowing You are Forgiven and Loved

John is called the Apostle of love. When he wrote this letter “many believers were conforming to the world’s standards, failing to stand up for Christ and compromising their faith.” (LAB Notes) Sound familiar? He wanted to point people back to the truth . . . reminding readers of God’s love for them, he wanted…

Jesus Will Return Soon! Truth You Need to Know While You Wait
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Jesus Will Return Soon! Truth You Need to Know While You Wait

I had two great aunts growing up who believed that Jesus’ return was imminent. As I look around, I believe we can make the case that we should be watching the sky and listening for the trumpet blast. Throughout history, Christians have shared this belief. Yet, year after year the world continues, and because it…

How Eyewitnesses & the Holy Spirit Speak God’s Love and Truth
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How Eyewitnesses & the Holy Spirit Speak God’s Love and Truth

The other day, I received the following comment on something I shared on Pinterest… “Reading about imaginary deities won’t add to your knowledge.” I get similar comments fairly often and honestly, although they sadden me they no longer surprise me. What does surprise me are the times when people who identify as Christians but don’t…

Why Every One of Us is A Vitally Important Piece of the Puzzle
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Why Every One of Us is A Vitally Important Piece of the Puzzle

Our daughter’s family loves working on jigsaw puzzles. This particular puzzle was a Christmas gift. They were so excited about the design and couldn’t wait to mount, frame, and hang it. They were on that puzzle for weeks . . . it was complicated with many small pieces. But they were determined. Finally, they were…

Why Christians Need to Be United by a Biblical Perspective
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Why Christians Need to Be United by a Biblical Perspective

I’ve been a member of two different churches during a time of disagreement that caused a split among the members. One split over worship style and the other over the pending location of the new worship center. Sadly, Christians have been disagreeing and separating since the early days of the church. Peter gave the following…

Can You Do What Jesus Would Do and Follow “In His Steps”?
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Can You Do What Jesus Would Do and Follow “In His Steps”?

I love exploring local bookstores when we’re on vacation. I’ve found all kinds of treasures on their racks. One such treasure was the book, In His Steps by Charles Sheldon. Even if you’re not familiar with the book itself, which I highly recommend, you probably are well aware of the acronym that came from it….

Why It’s Important to Control What You Say & Why It’s So Hard
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Why It’s Important to Control What You Say & Why It’s So Hard

It’s possible you can relate to my struggle… When someone says something that irritates or upsets me, I can quickly think of a response that is less than kind and compassionate. It’s easy to want to reply with something that “puts them back on their heels.” But the truth is that in those moments, we…

5 Important Truths about Jesus that will Bless You Now and Always
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5 Important Truths about Jesus that will Bless You Now and Always

Today’s chapter contains one of my favorite verses in the whole Bible. It’s one I cling to daily because it’s a promise that… gives me peace. removes my fear. fills me with hope. strengthens me when I feel weak. and provides a firm foundation for my faith. What is this powerful promise? Jesus Christ is…

How Living “By Faith” Gives You the Hope and Confidence You Want
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How Living “By Faith” Gives You the Hope and Confidence You Want

Hebrews 11 is called the Hall of Faith chapter. But before listing the names of many of the great people of faith, the writer begins with a wonderful description of faith. Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1 (NIV) Do you remember the feelings…

How to Know if You Have the Sincere Heart God Wants for You
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How to Know if You Have the Sincere Heart God Wants for You

Because of Jesus sacrificial love you and I can: Boldly enter heaven’s Most Holy Place. (Hebrews 10:19) Go right into the presence of God with sincere hearts. (Hebrews 10:22) Prior to Jesus’ suffering and death, the Most Holy Place, the Holy of Holies, was kept separate by a heavy curtain. Only the High Priest was…