Being Made in the Image of God: A New Creation
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Humanity was created in the image of God. But in our fall that image was corrupted. However, in Christ, the image of God, we are transformed.
We Have Been Led Astray by False Gods – Amos 2:4
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God pronounced judgment on the nation of Judah because they had been led astray by false gods. Are we any different now?
Take Up the Shield of Faith – Ephesians 6:16
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Our enemy, the devil, will be firing flaming arrows at us, seeking to cripple our effectiveness. Deflect them with the shield of faith.
1 Peter: Being a Shepherd, a Rewarding Task (5:1-4)
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In this passage Peter gives some encouragement and instruction to the elders of the church. Being a shepherd is a rewarding calling, worth doing well.
Make a Joyful Noise to the Lord – Psalm 100:1-5
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Make a joyful noise to the Lord. Lift up your voice to praise him for all he has done. He is certainly worthy of our praise and worship.
Feet Fitted with the Gospel of Peace – Ephesians 6:15
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As believers, we are called to take the gospel of peace to all we encounter in the world. Share the message that will set people free.
The Stone the Builders Rejected – Matthew 21:42
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Jesus, when telling the Parable of the Tenants, used the stone that the builders rejected to identify himself with the son of the parable.
The Earth Swallowed Them Up – Numbers 16:28-33
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How do you deal with leadership problems within the church? God showed one method when the earth opened up and swallowed up the problem.
The Breastplate of Righteousness – Ephesians 6:14b
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Your enemy will attack relentlessly. So keep your breastplate of righteousness in place. Don't give the devil an opening to use against you.
1 Peter: Suffering as a Christian (4:12-19)
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We should expect to suffer as Christians. Don't be surprised by it. If they persecuted our Lord, they will also persecute his follows. Rejoice in it.
Bless the Lord, O My Soul – Psalms 103:1-2
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What has God done for you. Take time to recount the Lord's blessings. And then bless the Lord, with your inmost being, for what he has done.
The Belt of Truth Buckled Up – Ephesians 6:14a
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In the spiritual battle we are engaged in, the belt of truth is important. Stand in the truth. Do not let the enemy lead you astray.
