The Bible, the very Holy Word of God, is so amazing. I enjoyed explaining to my Sunday school students that no matter your questions, concerns or challenges you face in life, you can find the answers if you look in the Bible. For 13 years, I tested this truth and the Bible never let us…
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Scriptures: Is 61:1-2A, 10-11 1 Thes 5:16-24 Jn 1:6-8, 19-28 Chronicled in Luke chapter 4, our Lord began His public ministry by proclaiming the words found in the reading of Isaiah 61:1, The spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me; he has sent me to bring glad tidings to the…
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This is a truly remarkable time of year as we Christians are preparing for and getting ready for many of the great traditions in this wonderful season of Christmas. To all of you, may the blessings of God be with you and your families on this most joyous and exciting time of the year!! Please…
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Psalm 23. It conjures so many inspiring reflections and meaningful thoughts. Most of us jump to the first verse, however, I’m not writing today about trusting in the Lord no matter how appropriate it may be to reflect on the elimination of greed in our lives during this season of “getting”. No, today, and every…
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In some Christian cultures, pastors will ask the congregation from time to time something that demands our response. Most of the time, unfortunately, and if we are being honest with ourselves, it has become rote and has lost meaning in the chant with which we respond. For example, “Lift up your hearts. “ and, we…
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For many Christians, we say the Lord’s Prayer daily or even more often. Jesus gave us this amazing way to pray to God. (See Matthew 6:9-13) However, verse 12 is not to be taken lightly. “And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. “ Do we really? Let’s examine our…
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