christianity
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The Empty Vessel
“Standing nearby were six stone water jars, used for Jewish ceremonial washing. Each could hold twenty to thirty gallons. Jesus told the servants, “Fill the jars with water.” When the jars had been filled, he said, “Now dip some out,… Continue reading
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First Came Grace
“However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the LORD Jesus has given me-the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.” Acts 20:24 NIV… Continue reading
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Just As He Is
Leaving the crowd behind, they took Him along, just as He was, in the boat. Mark 4:36 NIV Salvation… Eternal security… Admitting to God that we are a sinner, believing in the Gospel of Jesus Christ: that He is the… Continue reading
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What are you seeking?
“Seek first God’s kingdom and what God wants. Then all your other needs will be met as well.” Matthew 6:33 (NCV) Last night at church during our discipleship study, our pastor talked about options. We are swamped with so many… Continue reading
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Are you bruised and faintly burning?
A bruised reed He will not break, and a faintly burning wick He will not quench. Isaiah 42:3 ESV I am discouraged. I am disappointed. I am weak and my faith feels so small. I feel like a bruised reed… Continue reading
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For Such a Time as This
“And who knows, but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this” Esther 4:14 (NIV) Time… we talk about it, we plan for it and quite often, we complain about it. But when I… Continue reading
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Hello…God, are you there?
I replied, “But my work seems so useless! I have spent my strength for nothing and to no purpose. Yet I leave it all in the LORD’s hand; I will trust God for my reward.” Isaiah 49:4 NLT Have you… Continue reading
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Beauty from the Ashes
” The LORD says, I will give you back what you lost; and you will praise the LORD your God, who does these great miracles for you.” Joel 2:25-26 My life today is so different from what is was 6… Continue reading
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Fighting the Battle
” Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God’s. You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the LORD… Continue reading
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What’s in your cup?
Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure. Psalm 16:5 (NIV) Last Sunday, our pastor, Brother Sammy, preached a sermon about the “Cup of Gethsemane”. Most of us have probably read or heard the well-known verse… Continue reading
Finish the Race Written by Jennifer Parker 