The Wordless Groaning of the Holy Spirit – Romans 8:26-27
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The Holy Spirit groans on my behalf, interceding with the Father on my behalf. My words are inadequate. But the Holy Spirit's are not.
What Is Biblical Faith: A Study in Hebrews 11
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No matter how you understand faith, it is clear that it is instrumental in our salvation; we will not be saved without it. But what is it?
The Eyes of the Lord Are On Us – Psalm 33:16-19
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The eyes of the Lord are on those who trust in him. So put your hope in him rather than things that will not last and that will disappoint. To all who trust in him, he is our hope and our shield.
Waiting for Our Adoption As Children – Romans 8:23-25
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As the whole creation groans in anticipation of the unveiling of God's children, so the children themselves groan as we wait for our adoption.
1 Peter: Living As Foreigners and Exiles (2:11-17)
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Peter calls on us to live as foreigners and exiles in this world. We need to be sure that our lives in this world reflect well on God and his kingdom.
Trust in God, and He Will Deliver You – Psalm 50:9-15
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God calls on us to serve him. Not that it fills any need he has. But for our own benefit. Trust in God, and he will deliver you.
The Whole Creation Is Groaning – Romans 8:19-22
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The whole creation groans and awaits its liberation from decay. It will be renewed at the revelation of God's children when Christ returns.
The Radiance of God’s Glory – Hebrews 1:3
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The Son, Jesus, is the radiance of God's glory; of all that God is. Jesus told Philip that when we see the Son, we see God the Father.
Create In Me A Pure Heart – Psalm 51:10-12
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As David discovered, our sin separates us from God. Confess and repent of your sin. Create in me a pure heart, O God.
Living Like A Clay Jar – 2 Corinthians 4:5-7
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A clay jar is plain and fragile. But, like a clay jar filled with the treasure of God, we can be used by God to accomplish great things.
1 Peter: A Chosen People, A Royal Priesthood (2:4-5; 9-10)
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As the redeemed we are God's chosen people. he has called us for something special. And he is working to accomplish that. Will you join him in that task?
How Long Will You Hide Your Face From Me – Psalm 13:1, 5-6
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Does it sometimes seem like God had hidden his face from you? That he cannot be found? When that happens, trust in God and praise him anyway.