The Will of God for You

June 16, 2023

Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (NLT) I recall that as a young pastor, two questions frequently arose while counseling people. Perhaps the most frequent question was, “How much sin can I get away with…

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Help is on the Way

September 23, 2021

“I prayed to the LORD, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:4 (NLT) I have belonged to the Auto Club for many years. Occasionally, we have gone long periods of time without needing assistance, but when something does break, or we run out of gas, it is comforting to…

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#NotMyEmperor

January 26, 2021

Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the emperor. 1 Peter 2:17 (NIV) The ancient world knew nothing of presidential elections, electronic voting machines, or mail-in ballots. Emperors and rulers rose to power, many times through treachery, betrayal, or deceit (“Et tu, Brute?”[i]). The apostle Peter wrote these words…

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