A Form of godliness?
A Form of godliness? There is an interesting verse in scripture, “having a form of godliness but denying its power…” (II Timothy 3:5 NKJV) This is in reference to the times that we live in today. It makes me think of the church in Acts. There was no lack of...
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The Deadly Kiss
It was with a kiss the Son of God was betrayed, “Now His betrayer had given them a sign, saying, “Whomever I kiss, He is the One; seize Him.” Mathew 26:48. It was with a kiss that Isaac was betrayed, “Then his father Isaac said to him, “Come near now...
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Fellowship in Suffering?
Fellowship in Suffering? I’m not sure that I know anyone who is looking for suffering. But in Philippians it says: “that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death,” (Phil 3:10 NKJV) If we look closely, we...
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Temptation Avoided
How do you not enter into temptation? Jesus instructs us, “Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Mathew 26:41 The word translated “watch” means “to guard and be on alert.” Pray always! Don’t fall asleep on the...
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Liberty to Love
Liberty to Love What does liberty mean to you? Usually we think of liberty as a freedom to do something. Have you ever thought about the freedom to love? Love is something that no one can take from you. They cannot make you respond without love. Love is a decision...
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The Prognosis
Have you been given the prognosis that a family member does not have long to live? Jesus gave this prognosis, “You know that after two days is the Passover, and the Son of Man will be delivered up to be crucified.” Mathew 26:2 NKJV What did Jesus and His family do?...
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A Sweet-smelling Aroma
A Sweet-smelling Aroma I have had the experience many times of sitting in my living room and smelling the aroma of cinnamon buns or cookies baking. Believe me, there is nothing like that going on in my kitchen. But this verse comes to mind as I reflect on those smells....
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Authority questioned
As a leader, you will have times when your authority will be questioned. In Numbers 12, Moses’ brother and sister, Aaron and Miriam, try to launch a revolt against his authority. The enemy will try hard to make you believe you don’t have authority by bringing doubt and discontent. You...
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Who is Talking?
Who is Talking? Jesus spoke to Peter, “Get behind Me, Satan! You are an offense to Me, for you are not mindful of the things of God, but the things of men”; to whom was Jesus really speaking? We have to remember when people say things to us that are...
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