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Category Archives: Advent
The Spirit’s Power
2 Timothy 1:7 (GNT) For the Spirit that God has given us does not make us timid; instead, his Spirit fills us with power, love, and self-control. Thank You, Lord, for power — for the power of love … Continue reading
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Thine Is the Power
Continuing Advent with more from the Lord’s Prayer: Thine is the power. 1 Chronicles 29:11 (NASB) Yours, Lord, is the greatness, the power, the glory, the victory, and the majesty. High power, big power, God’s power.
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The Kingdom Within
Don’t focus on a distant horizon, waiting for the coming kingdom. Look around. The kingdom is beside you. It is within you.
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Tagged kingdom, Luke 17:21, Verse Art
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The Kingdom at Hand
John the Baptist said, Matthew 3:2 (ESV) Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Jesus said, Matthew 4:17 Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. “Repent” — first from John, then from Jesus himself. Is repentance … Continue reading
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Thy Kingdom Come
Let’s look carefully at another phrase from the Lord’s Prayer: Matthew 6:10 (ESV) Your kingdom come. Jesus, come to earth in human form, teaches us to pray for the coming of God’s kingdom. This Advent, don’t just look … Continue reading
Thine Is the Kingdom
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. It’s how we end the Lord’s Prayer. It seems only right to start the Advent season with the same words: Thine is … Continue reading
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God’s People
St. Augustine was a deep thinker and a great writer. A rather wild child, he came to Christ in his thirties. His written legacy (more than 5 million words) still speaks to our souls. Let the just rejoice, … Continue reading
Your People
Think for a moment of your people, the folks who’ve had a part in your faith journey: Your ancestors–from Adam to your parents. The dear saints who founded the church where you worship. Everyone who taught you … Continue reading
Those People
Luke 2:10 (VOICE) Don’t be afraid! Listen! I bring good news, news of great joy, news that will affect all people everywhere. All people. Everywhere. Including folks on the other side of the political aisle. Drug dealers. Cranky … Continue reading