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Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

Bible Study

This is the parent category for all of the short Bible study and devotional posts. Nested under it is a separate category for each book in the Bible.

Walking on the water

Walking On the Water – Matthew 14:27-31

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When Jesus calls you to walk out on the water, don't look at the storms that are blowing around you. Instead, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus.

Broken Over Sin In the Body – Ezra 9:6

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The consequences of sin in the body are severe. We should respond to it like Ezra, in confession and repentance, even if the sin is not ours.

rooted and established

Rooted and Established in Love – Ephesians 3:17b

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Paul prayed that we would be able to grasp and know the extent of Christ's unknowable love. But first, we need to be rooted in love.

Putting out a fleece

Putting Out a Fleece – Judges 6:36-38

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Is it ever appropriate to 'put out a fleece' to test God? It may be when contemplating a significant change in ministry. A way to verify God's direction.

submit to authority

Submit to Those in Authority – Hebrews 13:17

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As believers, we are called to submit to those God has put within the body to have authority over us. Make their task a joyful one.

For such a time as this

Are You Here for Such a Time as This – Esther 4:14

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Like Esther, God has placed us here 'for such a time as this.' So make every effort to be a positive influence on the world around you.

Doing good to all

Don’t Grow Weary in Doing Good to All – Galatians 6:9-10

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We are not saved by our works. But as those who are saved, we are called to do good to all people. Especially within the community of faith.

For My Own Good

For My Own Good – Deuteronomy 10:12-13

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Why should I walk with God and live in obedience to him? He knows what is best for me. And living in obedience to him is for my own good.

assurance of salvation

Assurance of Salvation – 1 John 3:24b

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Can you have assurance of your salvation? Yes. When we live in obedience to his commands, his Spirit will live in us and gives us assurance.

guard over my mouth, speech and words

Set a Guard Over My Mouth – Psalm 141:3

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How often do we speak careless words? The psalmist's prayer that God would set a guard over his mouth should be echoed by all of God's people.

known by love

Known by Love: The Distinguishing Mark – John 13:35

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Jesus tells us that we are to be known by our love. Not by how good we are, or any other human measure. But by our love for each other.

Known by God

The Joy of Being Known by God – Psalm 139:1-6

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God knows me. He is protecting me. And he is near. That is so comforting. And it is more than I can comprehend. God is truly amazing!