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Imitating God’s Forgiveness

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. (NIV) Ephesians 4:32 One way to imitate God’s forgiveness is to make four specific promises when you forgive someone: 1) I will not … Continue reading

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Throw It Off!

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. (NIV) Hebrews … Continue reading

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Juicy Morsels

Think back over the past few days. . . what did you talk about? Were the words that you spoke true? Were they pleasing to God? Did you gossip about anyone? Or any event? How did you embellish a story … Continue reading

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Hold Your Tongue!

Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue. (NIV) Proverbs 17:28 How do your words get you into trouble? Listen to just a few proverbs that deal with holding your tongue: … Continue reading

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Glorifying or Profaning His Name?

I will praise you, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever. (NIV) Psalm 86:12 From Genesis to Revelation we see that God has one central purpose for creation and for mankind. It all … Continue reading

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