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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)

Faith

being fully persuaded

Being Fully Persuaded – Romans 4:20-22

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Abraham was fully persuaded that God would fulfill his promise and was declared righteous. So will all today who put their faith in Christ.

unless I see, I will not believe

Unless I See . . . I Will Not Believe – John 20:24-25

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Thomas is best known for his skepticism concerning the resurrection. But, when he did see, he believed and declared Jesus as his Lord and God.

faith in action

Hebrews: The Role Call of Faith (11:1-31)

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The 11th chapter of Hebrews is nicknamed the Hall of Faith. The author here defines faith, and then shows faith in action.

a declaration of confidence in the Lord

A Declaration of Confidence – Psalm 27:1-3

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David's declaration of confidence in the Lord's keeping is one that all believers should be able to mimic. Trust in the Lord to keep you.

who are the children of Abraham

Who Are the Children of Abraham – Galatians 3:7-9

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Abraham's children include all of those who have faith in the Lord Jesus. It is not a matter of physical descent, but of faith.

flourishing faith

A Flourishing Faith and a Growing Love – 2 Thessalonians 1:3

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The church at Thessalonica was flourishing in faith and growing in love. They were, and are, an example of what is important for a church.

the great flood

The Theology of Genesis: The Great Flood – Genesis 6-9

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The story of Noah and the great flood is a well known. And it has a number of lessons to learn that we should all be able to agree on.

Faith hope and love

Faith, Hope, and Love – 1 Thessalonians 1:2

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Is the church you are a part of known by your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope?

Abraham's test

Abraham’s Test: The Sacrifice of Isaac As a Burnt Offering

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God called Abraham to sacrifice Isaac as a burnt offering. What was Abraham's test all about? Was it for God's benefit? Or Abraham's?

faith and love built on hope

Faith and Love that Spring from Hope – Colossians 1:4-5

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The church at Colossae was known for their faith in Christ and love for other believers. And those had sprung from their gospel hope.

As You Wait for the Lord

As You Wait for the Lord – Jude 1:20-21

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How should we live while we wait for the coming of our Lord? By keeping yourself in the love of God, investing time in the word and prayer.

A faith to live by

A Faith to Live By: An Active Faith – Hebrews 11:1-2

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Hebrews 11 provides a definition of biblical faith. It is a confidence and assurance that results in actions that demonstrate your hope.