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Unless the Father Draws Them

Unless the Father Draws Them – John 6:44

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The Father enables belief on our part but does not require it. But all who respond in faith to the Father’s drawing have eternal life.

When the Dead Come Out of Their Graves

When the Dead Come Out of Their Graves – John 5:28-29

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The grave ends your opportunity to believe in Jesus and rise to life on the last day. To reject him now is to face eternal condemnation.

Then They Believed the Scripture

Then They Believed the Scripture – John 2:22

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Jesus, in his resurrection, has proven himself as having authority over the Jewish temple, my life, and all I am.

Jesus: the One and Only Son

Jesus: the One and Only Son – John 1:18

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So, who is Jesus? He is the Logos, the unique Son of God, who is himself God, and who became flesh in order to make God known to us.

Community and Fellowship in the Bible

Community and Fellowship in the Bible

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Being a part of a local community of believers is an essential aspect of being a disciple of Jesus and growing in Christlikeness.

Carefully Listen to Both Sides

Carefully Listen to Both Sides – 2 Chronicles 10:8-9

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Listening to contrary advice may not change your mind, but you will at least develop a better understanding of the various positions.

When Does the Kingdom of God Come?

When Does the Kingdom of God Come? – Luke 17:20-21

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Are you a citizen of the Kingdom of God? If not, I encourage you to trust in the Lord Jesus before it’s too late and experience his salvation.

Pray That You Will Not Fall into Temptation

Pray That You Will Not Fall into Temptation – Luke 22:45-46

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Temptation is an ever-present reality in our lives. Pray that you will be able to resist it and remain faithful to our Lord.

Not a Hair of Your Head Will Perish

Not a Hair of Your Head Will Perish – Luke 21:16-19

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Stand firm. Let nothing move you. Finish the race set before you and receive the crown of righteousness at Jesus’ return.

Overcoming the World

Overcoming the World – 1 John 5:4-5

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Faith allows us to endure the trials and thorns that come our way, overcoming this world and everything in it.

The Spirit of the Antichrist

The Spirit of the Antichrist – 1 John 4:1-3

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The spirit of the antichrist is alive today, seeking to deceive and draw people away from Christ and the salvation he brings to us

Be Persistent in Prayer

Be Persistent in Prayer – Luke 18:1

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Be persistent in your prayer to God. His response may be immediate, or delayed. But trust that God will respond when the time is right.