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The Battle is the Lord’s: David and Goliath – 1 Samuel 17:47

When you find yourself engaged in a spiritual battle, remember David's encounter with Goliath. And know that the battle is the Lord's, not yours.

The battle is the Lord's, David and Goliath

Whatever You Do – Colossians 3:22-24

Whatever you do, do it for the Lord. Are you employed? Then serve as if Christ was your boss. And whatever else you do, do it for Christ.

Whatever You Do

God Is Our Refuge and Strength – Psalm 46:1-3

How should we respond to the frightening headlines we see every day? The psalmist tells us that God is our refuge & strength, So do not fear.

God is our refuge and strength

Eternity In Our Hearts – Ecclesiastes 3:11

God has placed eternity in our hearts; a yearning for something that transcends the short years of this life. That yearning should draw us to our creator.

When Sharing Your Opinion, Don’t Be a Fool – Proverbs 18:2

We all know people who delight in sharing their opinions. And who are not interested in what anyone else has to say. Solomon calls that person a fool.

sharing your opinion

Why Was Jesus Crucified? The Foolishness of the Cross

Jesus was crucified as a ransom and penalty for our sin. But God also chose to use the foolishness of the cross to save those who believe.

foolishness of the cross

The Beginning of Knowledge – Proverbs 1:7

While the fear of the Lord includes an element of fear, it is also reverence for him. And that reverence and respect is the beginning of real knowledge.

the beginning of knowledge

Bezalel: Gifted by God – Exodus 35:30-33

Every believer has been gifted by God to serve in his kingdom. They might seem spiritual in nature. But they could also be physical talents.

Gifted by God

Worship God Regardless the Circumstances – Job 1:20

Do you worship God only when life is good? If so, you should read Job. He worshipped God even in the midst of great calamity and suffering.

What Did Jesus Know While On Earth in a Human Body

Jesus was fully God and fully human. And in his humanity, he was like us. He grew tired, hungry, and thirsty. And he lacked all knowledge.

what did Jesus know

1 Peter: Humble Yourself Under the Hand of God (5:5-11)

You will face challenges in this life. But humble yourself under the mighty hand of God. And he will lift you up to glory, not in your time, but in his.

Under the hand of God

Diversity in the Body of Christ, A Good Thing – Matthew 10:2-4

We don't know much about many of Jesus' disciples. But they included a tax collector and a zealot. Political opposites. But chosen intentionally.

Diversity in the Body of Christ