Scripture points us towards meditation that builds us up and never tears us down! On the other hand, Satan, our sinful human nature and the corrupt social system in which we live, tries every way possible to use our meditation against us. There is some really great news! God’s written Word directs us into healthy meditation that blesses us and everyone around us. …
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“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life,” John 3:16. What great news! Since God loves all humans, he wants us living with him. In fact, our heavenly Father loves us so much that he provided a way for us to escape the mess we made for ourselves. God never intended for humans to suffer or die or act selfishly or feel afraid. Our sinfulness brought all these things into the world. But God wants those he loves being near himself so John 3:16 points out that everyone who accepts Jesus as Savior is rescued from the bad effects of sin. Then, when this life on earth ends our human spirit goes to be with God eternally. We live in paradise! …
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Lots of people believe the world will come to an end. Many expect a supernova to disintegrate everything we know. Well, we have nothing to worry about because the Bible tells us exactly what lies in the future. The Bible always builds hope, not fear and discouragement. …
I can’t count the times God rescued me from ruining my walk with him and my ministry to his people. Let me share with you one of those times. …
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We must train ourselves to consider our differences from other people as doorways to success. We must never allow ourselves to consider differences from other people as roadblocks to success. …
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Joseph definitely did not want to be where he was. At best, an ancient Egyptian prison offered none of the comforts of home. Excessive heat, rodents, insects, and grumpy prisoners made life less than enjoyable. Joseph’s memories of past pleasantness occasionally danced around in his meditation. Life felt like an endurance contest. …
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As Jesus traveled toward Jerusalem, he sent messengers ahead of him to make arrangements for lodging. One day a group of these messengers returned to Jesus and reported that a certain Samaritan village refused to receive him. Immediately James and John angrily asked, “Lord, do you want us to call down fire upon this village?” Without a moment’s hesitation, Jesus rebuked them. To his rebuke he added these words: “You don’t realize what your hearts are like.” …
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Beloved of the Lord.
Deuteronomy 33:12
The one the Lord loves.
Deuteronomy 33:12
They are my people.
Zechariah 13:9
Treasured Possession.
Exodus 19:5; Deuteronomy 7:6; 14:2; 26:18 and Malachi 3:17
A People holy to the Lord God.
Deuteronomy 7:6; 14:2 and 26:18
His People.
Deuteronomy 7:6
My People.
Exodus 3:7
Dearly loved children.
Ephesians 5:1
God’s chosen people.
Colossians 3:12; 1 Peter 2:9
God’s special possession.
1 Peter 2:9
The people of God.
1 Peter 2:10
The sheep of his pasture.
Psalm 100:3
A people that are his very own.
Titus 2:14
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We humans are so prone to talking ourselves out of trying new things, difficult assignments or the apparently impossible. For example, God miraculously freed the Israeli slaves from Egyptian bondage and brought them out from Egypt through a miraculous crossing of the Red Sea. …
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"Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." 1 Corinthians 9:25
“Strict training” sounds very grueling. And, quite frankly, it is whether in preparation for athletic events or in preparation for ministry to people. But let me share with you something I learned in my early years as a pastor. …
