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Repent for the Nation

Daniel 9:4-5 (NIV) Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love with those who love him and keep his commandments, we have sinned and done wrong. We have been wicked and have rebelled; we have turned away from your commands and laws. … Continue reading

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I Lie

  I lie. You lie. We all lie. Romans 3:23 (my own version) All have lied and fall short of the glory of God. Why lie? John 8:33 (CEV) … everything he [the devil] says is a lie. Not only … Continue reading

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Good Enough

I know some folks who think at the ends of their days, God will weigh their good deeds and their bad deeds. If they’re good enough — if their good works outweigh the bad — God lets them into heaven. … Continue reading

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Content of Your Character

  “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” Martin Luther King, Jr., … 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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Remember Respectfully

    Respect seems to have gone missing from our culture. Why is that, do you think?   Too much self-esteem, not enough selfless service Lack of manners Lack of morals Folks think that unless you agree 100% with other … Continue reading

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No Excuses

    How good are you?   I’m one of the good guys Could be a lot worse Good for nothin’ Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, I’m not accusing you. But … Continue reading

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Who Will Weep?

Let’s turn our hearts to abortion (as thousands make their annual trek to Washington for Friday’s March for Life).    OK, I’ll say it. I think abortion is sin. But don’t paint me judgmental. The woman who chooses abortion is … Continue reading

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