Monthly Archives: December 2008

Do Not Dwell on the Past!

Isaiah 43:18-19 18 “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. 19 See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?   I am making a way in the desert and … Continue reading

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Fulfill your Ministry

The last thing Paul said to Timothy was “fulfill your ministry.”  A transition was about to take place, Paul would soon pass off the scene and a younger man in the Lord would continue the gospel work.  Here now upon us is another … Continue reading

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When You Pray….

Matthew 6:5-15 Prayer “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received … Continue reading

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Understanding these Tough Times

The Bible says in the last days there will be perilous times (times of difficulty, very hard times, terrible times, many troubles).  This prophecy is given and explained in 2 Timothy 3:1-9. Why are there times of difficulty? Because there is … Continue reading

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The First Day After Christmas

We are very relaxed and grateful to God for another season! Each dawn of another day we thank God for His glory and power that is so evident in our lives. Blaise Pascal wrote….. “All the troubles of life come … Continue reading

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Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening

Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening Whose woods these are I think I know. His house is in the village though; He will not see me stopping here To watch his woods fill up with snow. My little horse must … Continue reading

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Five Realities of Revival

In the 6th century BC when the Jewish exiles returned from Babylon to Jerusalem they failed to rebuild the temple.  They took care of their own homes but not God’s house.  They doubtless had good intentions but became preoccupied with … Continue reading

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Believing God’s Best

Psalm 106 1 Praise the LORD. Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. 2 Who can proclaim the mighty acts of the LORD or fully declare his praise? 3 Blessed are they who maintain … Continue reading

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Joy and Power in an Economic Downturn

 As we read the news headlines today we see that unemployment is up, homes sales are down, the threat of terrorism is up, and consumer confidence is down.   The hard times we are experiencing is similar to what the prophet described in verse … Continue reading

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A Complete Surprise?

The Bible makes it clear that Jesus Christ is coming again.  Christians are not clueless as to when the Lord will come.  The world may be uninformed, but not God’s people.  In the scripture below notice the contrast between people … Continue reading

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