Monthly Archives: October 2007

How to Get a Promotion

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Mitch

When King David became old and was about to die it was unclear who would become the next king. 1 Kings 1 tells of how one handsome young man aspired to the throne — his name was Adonijah. Meanwhile another … Continue reading →

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God’s Mercies New Every Morning

Posted on October 30, 2007 by Myra

“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. Lamentations 3:22-24 Knowing God’s mercies are new every morning gives me hope because rarely do mornings feel refreshed or rested. According to my Doctor I … Continue reading →

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How to Deal with Enemies

Posted on October 29, 2007 by Mitch

“Everybody either has a problem, lives with a problem, or is a problem!” David was mistreated by Nabal, 1 Samuel 25:2-11 Two important principles emerge from David’s experience: DO NOT TAKE REVENGE, 1 Samuel 25:12-35 Nabal’s name means fool. Nabal’s … Continue reading →

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She Said That She Said

Posted on October 28, 2007 by Myra

”If an American was condemned to confine his activity to his own affairs, he would be robbed of one half of his existence.”   ~Alexis de Tocqueville, 1835 As I read the quote I was astounded by the “time lapse” … Continue reading →

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Be Strong of Good Courage

Posted on October 27, 2007 by Mitch

An interesting Bible study is to count how many times in scripture God told Joshua, “Be strong and of good courage” (Joshua 1:6, 7, 9). All of us (even super-saints like Joshua) need frequent encouragement! COURAGE COMES FROM THE PROMISES … Continue reading →

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Life’s Very Best

Posted on October 26, 2007 by Myra

  Henry Blackaby wrote “God’s commands are designed to guide you to life’s very best. You will not obey Him, if you do not believe Him and trust Him. You cannot believe Him if you do not love Him. You … Continue reading →

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Confident Tomorrow

Posted on October 25, 2007 by Mitch

When David looked to the future he was confident (Psalm 16). “Lord, You are my portion and my cup of blessing; You hold my future” (verse 5). David knew that God had tomorrow securely under control. We also can be … Continue reading →

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This World Is At War

Posted on October 24, 2007 by Myra

D. L. Moody wrote-”If you seek the applause of men, you can’t have the Lord say “Well done” at the end of the journey. You can’t have both. Why? Because this world is at war with God.” There is a … Continue reading →

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Confident Today

Posted on October 23, 2007 by Mitch

In Psalm 16 David had something troubling him (verse 1) and yet he remained upbeat. We also can be confident if we remember three divine realities: God’s Generosity, “The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I … Continue reading →

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Living the Life

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Myra

Each rising of the sun, every moment of the day we can rest assured of our salvation. Salvation in Christ is not merely a life insurance policy we agree to receive, but true salvation is the genuine turning away from … Continue reading →

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