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Dying in Peace

“By faith Joseph, at the end of his life, made mention of the exodus of the Israelites and gave directions concerning his bones.” Hebrews 11:22 November 14, 2023 We cannot give God instructions on how and when we want to die. To even say that is embarrassingly presumptuous. God in His sovereignty determines how we […]

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Passing It On

“By faith Isaac invoked future blessings on Jacob and Esau.” Hebrews 11:20 November 13, 2023 Halls of fame are abundant and for the most part interesting, especially if you are a fan of the chosen field of interest. But there is one that is only on paper and is the one that is most significant.

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A Sanctified Grief

“The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23 November 10, 2023 Are you grieving over our nation? The cultural winds are blowing strongly against the thought and ways of God. Many evils could be cited, but especially

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The Stayed Mind

“You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.” Isaiah 26:3 November 8, 2023 Many Christians have certain Bible texts that stay with them over the long haul life. We are apt to take the promise before us as sort of mind-medicine in distressing and confusing times.

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Babylonianism

“And on her forehead was written a name of mystery: ‘Babylon the great, mother of prostitutes and of earth’s abominations.’” Revelation 17:5 November 7, 2023 If the Bible were polled on its view of cities, they would not come off looking very well. Cities become spiritually and morally toxic given enough time. Start with the

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The Worst of Times

“If anyone is to be taken captive, to captivity he goes; if anyone is to be slain with the sword, with the sword must he be slain. Here is a call for the endurance and faith of the saints.” Revelation 13:10 November 6, 2023 Have you ever wondered how bad things can become morally, spiritually,

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All Things

“The LORD has made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for the day of trouble.” Proverbs 16:4 November 2, 2023 “If there is a single event in all the universe that can occur outside of God’s sovereign control, then we cannot trust Him” (Jerry Bridges). Does that statement calm you? Hopefully, it does. Let

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