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Really Loving People

“Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.” — Romans 12:9–10 (NLT) Few passages in Scripture … Continue reading

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Isaiah: A Book of Judgment, Hope, and Salvation

The book of Isaiah is one of the richest and most powerful books in the Bible. Written nearly 2,700 years ago, its words still speak directly into our world today. Isaiah’s message is both sobering and hopeful: God is holy … Continue reading

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Seven Timeless Lessons from the Book of Joel

The book of Joel is only three chapters long, but it carries a powerful message for every generation. Joel’s words move from devastation to hope, from judgment to restoration, and from repentance to the outpouring of God’s Spirit. Though Joel … Continue reading

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When Strength Leads to Forgetfulness

In 2 Chronicles 12:1 we read a sobering line about King Rehoboam: “But when Rehoboam was firmly established and strong, he abandoned the Law of the Lord, and all Israel followed him in this sin.” What a tragic summary. Rehoboam, … Continue reading

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If My People Will Humble Themselves

One of the most well-known promises in Scripture comes from 2 Chronicles 7:13–14, where God speaks to Solomon after the dedication of the temple: “At times I might shut up the heavens so that no rain falls, or command grasshoppers … Continue reading

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The Gospel’s Power to Change the Worst

“Don’t you realize that those who do wrong will not inherit the Kingdom of God? Don’t fool yourselves. Those who indulge in sexual sin, or who worship idols, or commit adultery, or are male prostitutes, or practice homosexuality, or are … Continue reading

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The Plumb Line of God

Scripture: Amos 7:8 — “And the Lord said to me, ‘Amos, what do you see?’I answered, ‘A plumb line.’And the Lord replied, ‘I will test my people with this plumb line. I will no longer ignore all their sins.’” In … Continue reading

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The Repentance of a Wicked King

Lessons from 1 Kings 21:27–29 “But when Ahab heard this message, he tore his clothing, dressed in burlap, and fasted. He even slept in burlap and went about in deep mourning. Then another message from the Lord came to Elijah: … Continue reading

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How to Receive the Holy Spirit

On the Day of Pentecost, something remarkable happened. The Holy Spirit was poured out just as Jesus had promised. The sound of a rushing wind, tongues of fire, and the disciples speaking in other languages drew a crowd. Peter stood … Continue reading

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Dealing with Guilt

Guilt is one of those uncomfortable emotions that every human being encounters. It sneaks in when we’ve done something wrong, failed to do what was right, or hurt someone we care about. While our culture often dismisses guilt or masks … Continue reading

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