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The Truth about Truth

  “When regard for truth has been broken down or even slightly weakened, all things will remain doubtful.” Augustine ( 354-430)

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The Whole Thing

Don’t cherry pick Scripture:   “We must not select a few favorite passages to the exclusion of others. Nothing less than a whole Bible can make a whole Christian.” A. W. Tozer, 1897-1963      

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What’s It All About?

  2 Timothy 3:16 (NIV) All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.   It’s not a science textbook, an investment portfolio or a political platform. It’s the breath of God, giving life … Continue reading

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Your Bible Study Grade Card

2 Timothy 2:15 (AKJV) Study to show yourself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. Study? God’s Word?   What sort of grade would you get from God for your … Continue reading

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For the Love of God, Work!

  “And it is not necessary to have great things to do. I turn my little omelette in the pan for the love of God.” Brother Lawrence (1614 – 1691) Do everything, even the little things, for the love of … Continue reading

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Celebrate Disaster?

Proverbs 24:17-18 (ESV) Do not rejoice when your enemy falls, and let not your heart be glad when he stumbles, lest the Lord see it and be displeased, and turn away his anger from him.   Matthew 5:44-45 I say … Continue reading

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Listen Up!

    When do you listen best to God?   When I’m in trouble When life is good When I’m in the mood Jeremiah 22:21 (NLT) I warned you when you were prosperous, but you replied, ‘Don’t bother me.’ You … Continue reading

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What Do You Think of Yourself?

Romans 12:3 (NIV) Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you.   “Remember that you are absolutely unique. … Continue reading

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Self-Esteem: No Contest

    How’s your self-esteem?   Off the charts Comes and goes Rock bottom What does the Bible say? We are God’s workmanship (Ephesians 2:10). Can’t get better than that. We’re reminded not to think too highly of ourselves (Romans … Continue reading

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Gratefully Content

  1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NASB) In everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you.   Envy and gratitude can’t share the same space. A contented person is a thankful person.  

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