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the widow's offering

The Widow’s Offering: When Less Is More – Mark 12:43-44

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How much we give is not important. The story of the widow's offering makes it clear that what matters is the generosity with which we give.

God Loves the Whole World, with No Exception

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And John makes it clear that God loves the world. Not just some people who are in the world. But he has a love for everyone. And Jesus came to be the savior of everyone. And all who will believe in him will experience that salvation he offers. Those who refuse to believe will remain in this world and be condemned.

God's ways are not our ways

God’s Ways Are Not Our Ways – Isaiah 55:8-9

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God reminds us through Isaiah that his thoughts are not our thoughts, and God's ways are not our ways. This is an important reminder.

Take time to be alone with God in prayer

Take the Time To Be Alone with God In Prayer – Mark 6:46

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I would encourage you to regularly set aside time to be alone with God and share with him. It will make a big difference in your life.

Jesus as the cornerstone

1 Peter: A Chosen and Precious Cornerstone (2:6-8)

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Is Jesus the cornerstone of the life you're building? If it is not then you are stumbling in the darkness. Make him the center of your life and truly live.

Be still and know God

Be Still, and Know That I Am God – Psalm 46:10

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This fragment of a verse come from a psalm that is magnifying what God does, and how he has protected Israel. And in the midst of this praise is this simple admonition. To be still. And to know that the Lord (YHWH) is God.

Lord, I Believe, Help My Unbelief – Mark 9:24

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I believe; at least intellectually. But unfortunately, my belief does not always translate well into practical terms. Lord, help my unbelief!

Show me your ways, Lord

Show Me Your Ways, Lord – Psalm 25:4-5

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This psalm is a good example of seeking God's direction. Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. This should be our daily prayer.

Get behind me Satan

Get Behind Me, Satan! – Mark 8:33

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Get behind me Satan! How shocking these words must have been to Peter. But how often am I as guilty, substituting my plans instead of God's perfect way?

the doctrine of the Kingdom of God

The Doctrine of the Kingdom of God

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What is the Kingdom of God that is spoken of so much in the New Testament. It is the spiritual rule of God in the life of believers.

fast pleasing to God

A Fast Pleasing To God – Isaiah 58:6-7

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Isaiah tells us what kind of fast is pleasing to God. It is one where I take what I would spend on myself, and share it with those in need.

all things are possible with God

All Things Are Possible With God – Mark 10:25-27

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All things are possible with God. It makes no difference who or what you are. Trust God, and follow Christ into the kingdom.