Going deeper with Jesus
Our thoughts often become actionsThat is why we must be careful what we think aboutIt goes under the category of self controlA man who can control himself is better than he who can control a cityThat’s because controlling others is easier than controlling oneselfRecognizing those thoughts that can be destructive can be difficult “Casting down […]
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So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Romans 10:17 When you hear?Yes and noIt means when you truly hear what God is sayingThe word of God is full of miracles and works that God has doneHe does not reveal them to allJesus often spoke in parables to hide the meaning from
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Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14 Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. Matthew 1:23
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Remember Daniel prayed 3x a day? (Daniel 6:10)He went into his house and prayed and made time in his day for GodIt is a good way to remind yourself of who God is by taking time out of your day to remember HimWe are encouraged in the word to be meditating on the Lord all
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You don’t need meWhy did you make me?What use am I?Where do I make a difference in this world that is filled with so many people? How can I help the mission? I am just one person with many faultsI don’t always say the right thing or do the right thingI offend peopleI don’t always
Proverbs 18:19 says: A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle. Jesus wants us to reconcile While sometimes it seems impossibleHis power of restoration is insurmountableThe separation of the brethren is one thing He is not fond ofOne who separates the
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“And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, in meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth.” 2 Timothy 2:24&25 Speaking the truth in loveThat’s the aimSometimes it seems impossibleHow hard it can
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Merriam-Webster’s Definition of Idolatry Idolatry in ancient times might be easier to seeTo name a few: the Golden Calf, the molten or carved images of Ba’al, Ashtoreth, or Dagon (Remember his head and hands fell off when he was near the Ark of the Covenant) Was the apple Eve ate and gave to Adam Idolatry?Yes,
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(Matthew 25:14-30) A very wise woman I knew had a dreamShe dreamt that she was looking out over a Graveyard The Lord spoke to her: “There is much buried treasure here.”He continued, “Many of these people have died without fulfilling My purpose in their lives.” Most people know their talents, what they’re good at, they
You talk about offenses in Your wordAbout how we shouldn’t be offended about how some people are offended at Your wordsYou warn us not to cause an offense to the little onesthat is, those who are vulnerable (Matthew 18:3-7)The disciples were offended when people spoke against YouThe offered to call down fire from heavenand You
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