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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)

Salvation

Christ Crucified the Power and Wisdom of God

Christ Crucified: the Power and Wisdom of God – 1 Cor. 1:22-24

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Some demand miracles. Others want logical proof. But the crucified Christ demonstrates the power and wisdom of God.

The Sovereignty of God in Salvation

The Sovereignty of God in Salvation – Romans 9:18

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Scripture teaches us God's sovereignty in our salvation as well as our need to respond in faith. They may seem at odds, but they are not.

A Shield Around Me

You, Lord, Are A Shield Around Me – Psalm 3:3-6

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Through all of the challenging circumstances that we may face, God is a shield around those who trust in him, giving us peace and security.

Baptized into Christ Jesus

Baptized into Christ Jesus – Romans 6:3-4

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As believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, we have been baptized into his death and resurrection. We have died to sin and can live for him.

Who Is Jesus?

Who Is Jesus? – Mark 14:61-62

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Who is Jesus? There are many answers people give. But if you answer that Jesus is the Messiah, and give yourself to him, you will be saved.

Many Are Invited But Few Are Chosen

Many Are Invited But Few Are Chosen – Matthew 22:14

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All people are invited to the wedding feast of Christ, but only the few who respond appropriately are chosen to attend.

Life or Death

God Sets before Us Life or Death – Deuteronomy 30:15-18

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The same choice God gave to Israel over 3000 years ago is the same one that we have today. Life and prosperity or death and destruction.

Come, All Who Are Thirsty

Come, All Who Are Thirsty – Isaiah 55:1-2

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This invitation is made to all who hunger and thirst for something more than this world can offer. Come to the Lord's table and be filled.

Come to the Water of Life

Come to the Water of Life – Revelation 22:17

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God's gift of salvation is freely offered to all. If you are thirsty, come and drink from the water of life. Experience life anew with God.

We Were Bought at a Price

We Were Bought at a Price

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As believers, we were bought from slavery to sin at a great price, the blood of Jesus. And that should impact all that we do in this life.

Make Every Effort to Confirm Your Calling

Make Every Effort to Confirm Your Calling – 2 Peter 1:10-11

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Don't be content with a passive salvation. Instead, make every effort to confirm your calling and receive a rich welcome into the kingdom.

go to him outside the camp

Go to Him Outside the Camp – Hebrews 13:12-14

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Hebrews calls on us to go to Jesus outside the camp, leaving our old way of life behind and living the new life he died to give us.