Tag Archives: Relationship with Christ

It’s Who You Are, Not What You Do!

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children (NIV) Ephesians 5:1 “People should think less about what they ought to do and more about what they ought to be. If only their being were good, their works would shine … Continue reading →

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Out In The Desert

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

“a voice of one calling in the desert, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’” (NIV) Mark 1:3 & Isaiah 40:3 The gospel of Mark begins with a prophesy from the Old Testament prophet Isaiah. Some … Continue reading →

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The Marks of a Slave: Obedience, Humility, and Loyalty

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. (NIV) James 1:1 In the opening verse of his book, James describes himself as “a servant of God and of … Continue reading →

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THE Christmas Story

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them … Continue reading →

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Symbols of Christmas: The Christmas Tree

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (NIV) John 8:12 Martin Luther, the famous German church … Continue reading →

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