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Let Freedom Ring

This weekend there is much patriotic fervor in the United States.  It is wonderful to have political freedom.  Flags are waving and fireworks are bursting.  Also in churches, choirs are singing and sentimental videos are streaming.  Pastors are proclaiming the … Continue reading

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Externally-focused Churches

When the people of Judah were exiled to Babylon some false prophets said they would be back home very soon, but Jeremiah correctly predicted that they would be banished for seventy years and therefore they should do two things: Jeremiah … Continue reading

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God has Big Plans for You

King David said, “The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me.” Since we know that God is no respecter of persons, what was true of David is also true for us. What then does this verse mean for us? It … Continue reading

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J.O.Y. Part 2

Joy comes by putting Jesus first in all things. Give the Lord the first of your day, the first of your week, and the first of your income. Let nothing come before the Lord. After putting the Lord on His … Continue reading

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We don’t have Forever

The Apostle Paul referred to “the early days of the gospel.” It then stands to reason that there will also be “the latter days of the gospel.” This makes sense. There will eventually be the last and final person to … Continue reading

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3 Keys to Ministry Impact

As we all know, the Apostle Paul was an effective minister. His ministry “was not without result.” In 1 Thessalonians 2, Paul reflects on his ministry and gives three keys to ministry impact. 1. MINISTRY IMPACT OCCURS WHEN WE HAVE … Continue reading

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Another Road to Happiness

“Happy is the one who cares for the poor” (Psalm 41:1). The self-absorbed person never finds fulfillment. Yet those who love and care for others will be surprised by the joy they receive.

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Fulfill Your Ministry

God gives unique ministry assignments to every Christian. For that work He implants within each believer the necessary gifts, abilities, passions, and opportunities. The Apostle Paul told Timothy, “Fulfill your ministry.” If we are to fulfill our ministries, two things … Continue reading

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The Joy of Service

So many people today are looking for happiness in all the wrong places.  Our Lord Jesus showed and explained the way to true joy. By washing the feet of the disciples Jesus modeled servanthood.  Then Christ made this amazing promise, … Continue reading

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Selfishness or Service?

Sometimes I wonder why God gave humans free will. We are not robots, we can choose and make decisions about what we do, what we say, and where we go. Unfortunately, sometimes we make poor choices. Nevertheless, God did give … Continue reading

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