The verse that we’re going to look at is 2 Corinthians 5:21, 2 Corinthians 5:21. It says this, ‘He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf that we might become the righteousness of God in Hi…
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Month: February 2019
Is Jesus Precious to Your Soul?
There is an astounding statement in 1 Peter 2:6 about Jesus Christ that stands as a challenge to each of us who claim to be his followers. Peter describes Jesus as “a cornerstone chosen and precious.” Think about it: he is chosen of the Father and precious! He is of immeasurable value to God the Father and must therefore be precious and of immeasurable value to us! Treasuring Christ is God’s response to Christ and therefore should be ours.
Consider this. God is omniscient. He knows everything. He sees not merely the outward appearance but the inner reality. Nothing is hidden from him. And above all that, he has limitless wisdom and discernment. He knows what is valuable and what isn’t. He knows what is of great worth and what is worthless. And according to 1 Peter 2:6, God says that Jesus, his Son, is infinitely…
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5 Things Every Nearly Wed Needs to Hear | Facts & Trends
If you’re a pastor with the opportunity to counsel an engaged couple, care enough to make these five simple, essential statements.
Source: 5 Things Every Nearly Wed Needs to Hear | Facts & Trends
Progress in proclaiming the Gospel
Therefore let it be known to you that this salvation of God has been sent to the Gentiles; they will listen.”
He lived there two whole years at his own expense, and welcomed all who came to him, proclaiming the kingdom of God and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ with all boldness and without hindrance.
Acts 28:28-31 ESV
Bob Deffinbaugh comments on the ending of the book of Acts:
One final word about the supposedly “sudden and abrupt” ending of the Book of Acts. Many have noted the unusual ending of Acts. Some have explained this ending by suggesting that Luke intended to write yet another volume. I think that the ending of Acts is both beautiful, and enlightening. Consider with me the way that Luke ends this work as we conclude this message.
There are some very obvious facts that are not given to us in Acts before…
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February 23 Was a Day of Mourning and a Day of Sending
On Saturday, February 23, two major events took place, one in Orlando, Florida, and the other in Albany, New York. Both were sponsored and led by evangelical Christians, both events drew thousands, but the fact they took place on the same day was entirely providential. This was not a matter of human planning.
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Denison Forum – What the Oscars teach us about significance
Originally posted on DAILY DEVOTIONS, NEWS AND INFORMATION:
In a surprise, Green Book won last night’s Academy Award for Best Picture. Rami Malek and Olivia Colman won for Best Actor and Best Actress in a Leading Role; Mahershala Ali and Regina King won for Best…
Max Lucado – The Greenhouse of the Heart
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? Listen to Today’s Devotion Proverbs 4:23 advises us, “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.” Think of your heart as a greenhouse and consider your thoughts as seed. We must…
2 Thessalonians 1:3
?[Thanksgiving and Prayer] We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing.?
from Bible Gateway’s Verse of the Day http://bit.ly/1A4a8N4
Matthew 22:37-39
?Jesus replied: ??Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.? This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ?Love your neighbor as yourself.??
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Praying for the millennials 