12 Mar 2019
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Being Salt and Light
Jesus calls us to be salt and light in this world of sin. We who have tasted and seen His great love for us can savor His salvation and shine with His glory and grace in the places He has put us. We can receive Jesus’ message about being...
3 Mar 2019
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How to Be a Transformer
In revealing His glory to us in Jesus, God shows how we can be transformed by His Spirit—instruction that comes through His Word. God provides for our spiritual transformation. Scriptures 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 Luke...
23 Feb 2019
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How to ‘Lift Up’ Those Who are Down
Life is hard, and in our love for one another we are called to encourage one another. Encouragement, building others up, is taking the truth of Scripture by life and word to help restore perspective and provide the hope that carries...
17 Feb 2019
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How to Resolve Conflict in Relationships
Living in harmony is critical for loving one another. Awareness of what causes disharmony or conflict is important for finding the solutions to address conflict and restore harmony in relationships. God provides for us to resolve conflict...
10 Feb 2019
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How to Love Those Who are Different
To love each other the way Jesus loved His disciples means we must accept others as Jesus accepted us. We are to view others in light of their eternity and need instead of by their outward appearance, possessions, status or abilities. God...
3 Feb 2019
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How to Connect Deeply with Others
To love one another and connect deeply takes devotion to one another and being intentional about connecting in that devotion. A variety of obstacles can get in the way of this, yet there are ways to help us develop deeper relationships....
27 Jan 2019
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How to Develop Authentic Relationships
To fulfill Jesus’ command to love one another, we must recognize that we are all part of the body of Christ and belong to one another. This understanding helps us to develop authentic and meaningful relationships with each other that...
20 Jan 2019
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A New Commandment for the New Community
If we are to be true disciples of Jesus we must take Jesus and His word seriously. Jesus commanded His followers to love one another, a commandment that carries His expectations for us as His people. God provides for us to fulfill...
13 Jan 2019
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Living Out Our Baptismal Calling
God claims us in our baptism and forms our call to ministry in the priesthood of believers. Through baptism we receive the Holy Spirit and are empowered to serve and live Spirit-filled lives. God provides for us to live the life God...
6 Jan 2019
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Getting Over the Humps to Come to Jesus
The Wise Men had much to overcome in seeking out the Messiah/King. People today also have many challenges in coming to Jesus. Learning from the Wise Men can help in getting over the humps. God provides for us to persevere. God's...