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Faithfulness

Soteriology

What Do Christians Need to Know About Soteriology?

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Soteriology is the study of the salvation that God offers to us. It includes the means of salvation and recipients of salvation.

Committed to Following the Lord

Committed to Following the Lord – Exodus 24:3

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How often do I fail in my daily commitment to follow the Lord? Too often! But he loves me anyway. And each day I start anew, seeking his way.

Don't become discouraged

Do Not Become Discouraged – 2 Corinthians 4:16

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When life is hard, or when it seems like nothing you do matters, don't become discouraged. Continue to faithfully serve the Lord.

Faithful service

Faithful Service – Luke 17:10

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In the kingdom, we are called to faithful service. Serve without thought of recognition or reward. It will come when we stand before Christ.

God has not forgotten you

God Has Not Forgotten You – Exodus 2:23-25

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Does it seem sometimes like God has forgotten you? If you are his, you can rest assured that he will act on your behalf when the time is best.

Offer yourselves to God

Offer Yourselves to God – Romans 6:13

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We have a new life in Christ. So rather than choosing to please yourself, choose to offer yourselves to God for his use each day.

Thirty pieces of silver

Thirty Pieces of Silver – Matthew 26:14-16

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Judas betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. What price do I set on my loyalty to Jesus? Would anything cause me to betray him?

Each According to His Ability

Each According to His Ability – Matthew 25:15

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You may or may not be as talented or gifted as another. But your talents and gifts are not as important as faithfully using them.

Discerning God's will

Discerning God’s Will – Acts 16:9-10

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How can you discern God's will for your life? That can be hard. But just be faithful in serving him and look for doors to open and close.

An Open Door No One Can Shut

An Open Door No One Can Shut – Revelation 3:8

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The church of Philadelphia had been faithful through many trials. And now an open door was placed before them that no one could shut.

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My Journey of Faith

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As I turn 70 years old, with 50+ years as a believer, I find it is a good time to look back over this journey of faith I have been on.

Worshipping God and Serving Idols

Worshipping God and Serving Idols – 2 Kings 17:41

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Are you worshipping God while at the same time serving idols? Be careful not to allow family, work, or pleasure take God's place in your life.