Monthly Archives: June 2017

Difficult times

Deuteronomy 8:2 (NIV) Remember how the LORD your God led you all the way in the desert these forty years, to humble you and to test you in order to know what was in your heart, whether or not you would keep his commands. Psalm 66:10 (NIV) For you, O God, tested … Continue reading

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Oh rats

Matthew 13:22 (NIV) The one who received the seed that fell among the thorns is the man who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke it, making it unfruitful. “The trouble with the rat race is that even if you win you’re still … Continue reading

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Build a house of rock

Matthew 7:24 (NIV) Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. We can prove our faith by our commitment to it and in no other way. Any belief that does not command the one … Continue reading

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Do what you can do

Galatians 6:9 (NIV) Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Philippians 1:27 (NIV) Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only … Continue reading

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Deadly illness

Psalm 16:11 (NIV) You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. Matthew 7:14 (NIV) But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. John … Continue reading

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Hope for the future

Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) … but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Young people today need a sense of belonging, love, and security. That’s something God gives—not just … Continue reading

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Away from idols (work, Walmart, soccer matches, etc.), and into Church

Leviticus 26:1 (NIV) Do not make idols or set up an image or a sacred stone for yourselves, and do not place a carved stone in your land to bow down before it. I am the LORD your God. Psalm 95:6 (NIV) Come, let us bow down in worship, let us … Continue reading

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Bending the bow too hard

Matthew 13:22 (NIV) The one who received the seed that fell among the thorns is the man who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke it, making it unfruitful. There’s an old Greek proverb that says, “The bow that is always bent will … Continue reading

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Try a little kindness

Galatians 5:22 (NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness. Colossians 3:12 (NIV)  Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Zechariah 7:9 (TEV) Long ago I gave these commands to my people: “You must see … Continue reading

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Tough tenderness

Matthew 11:29 (NIV) Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Psalm 51:10 (NIV) Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Pray for a tough hide and … Continue reading

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