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King Jesus

All four gospel writers record the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem shortly before his crucifixion. Following the account in Mark 11 we see that Jesus rode on a colt, fulfilling the Messianic prophecy of Zech.9:9, which says, “Rejoice greatly, … Continue reading

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After Christmas

Some people have a difficult time dealing with the aftermath of Christmas. Many experience a letdown of sorts, or even a certain measure of depression, after the holiday season has passed. How should we deal with this? What do we … Continue reading

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Countdown to Christmas

It is December 20 as I write this–only five days until Christmas! Anticipation is growing, with Christmas music in the air, decorations and lights sparkling and festivities all around! The countdown to Christmas has begun, so let’s talk about a … Continue reading

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Worship and Wisdom

Someone once said that we must read the Psalms to learn how to interact with God and the Proverbs to learn how to interact with our fellow humans. Perhaps that is a simplistic generalization, but the thought can guide us … Continue reading

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Devoted to Communion

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” –Acts 2:42. In the above verse, Luke, the historian of the early church, lists some of the most important activities that were … Continue reading

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Not Listed

A just read an advertisement for a public auction that was scheduled to take place at 10:00 on a Sunday morning, a time when many people are either worshiping the Lord or on their way to a worship service. The … Continue reading

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An Important Conversation

John 4 records an occasion when Jesus had a conversation with a woman at a well. It turned out to be quite an important conversation, not only for that woman, but for everyone who wants to learn about eternal life, … Continue reading

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Thirsty for God

Psalm 42:1-1 says, “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.” What is the thirstiest you have ever been? For me, it was … Continue reading

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A.C.T.S. of Prayer

A.C.T.S. is an acronym that many people have used over the years as an outline for their prayers. There are several variations of this plan that focuses on some of the fundamentals of prayer. I have taken one of them … Continue reading

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Faith that Saves

Luke 7:36-50 records an interesting event in the ministry of Jesus. This story conveys the ability, and willingness, of Jesus to offer salvation to anyone who will humbly come to him in faith and repentance. Jesus had been invited to … Continue reading

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