Yesterday I taught from Psalm 1 and I wish to clarify something. The blessing connected to those who delight and meditate in God's word is not circumstantial. One who delights and meditates in God's word day and night should not expect God to reciprocate with pleasures such as raises, physical health, or other earthly benefits. The […]
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Below are very basic notes for those who missed How to Read the Bible at Dulins Grove last week. _____ The Bible is the most important and relevant book in existence. It is our mirror, our light, our sword, and our sustenance. We must learn how to read it well. The Bible is
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Like BP’s oil leak, prideful presumptuousness pumps conflict into our lives. The only way to plug the pipeline is to shut our mouths, open our ears, and listen to what people are saying to us. If you’re sifting through strife today, try seeking and receiving wise counsel.
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There is one who pretends to be rich, but has nothing; Another pretends to be poor, but has great wealth. Proverbs 13:7 I do not understand this verse. I looked up the cross references and they all point to a clear principle: it is better to give away temporary material wealth in exchange for eternal
Righteousness guards him whose way is blameless, but sin overthrows the wicked. Proverbs 13:6 Be blameless and righteousness will guard you. Be wicked (blameworthy), and your own sin will overthrow you. Safety and destruction hang in the balance. What malady in your life, family, company, church, community can be traced back to you? What’s in your heart
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Do you feel lifeless, like a corpse toppling down the steep hill of your to-do list? Sometimes I feel this way. Often I think a vacation, change of situation, or a cup of coffee is the answer. Ultimately, the answer is this: It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing; the words that I have spoken
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