August 2019
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The Calling Out
The Caller is Christ Matthew 17:5 Affirms Christ’s authority and calling. The Lost are Called Romans 3:23: All have sinned and fall short. Matthew 9:13: Jesus came for sinners. The Calling Comes Through the Gospel 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14: Called through belief in the truth of the Gospel. The Lost are Called Out of: Sin (Matthew… Continue reading
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Blessed is the Man that Endures
James 1:12 emphasizes the blessings that come to those who endure various challenges: Temptation: Enduring temptation leads to receiving the crown of life. Persecutions: Enduring persecutions for righteousness’ sake brings great reward in heaven (Matthew 5:11-12). Chastening: The discipline from God, endured in faith, yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness (Hebrews 12:5-11). Hardness: Enduring hardships… Continue reading
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Teach us, O God…
Sculpting marble will decay over time. Constructing temples will eventually turn to dust. Working with brass will fade as time passes. However, if we invest in shaping the minds and hearts of young men and women, teaching them to love God and others, then and only then will we make a lasting contribution to eternity. Continue reading
