Year: 2018

Question: “What is the peace of God, and how can I experience it?”

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Question: “What is the peace of God, and how can I experience it?” Answer: Philippians 4:7 refers to “the peace of God which transcends all understanding.” Most of Paul’s letters began with the words “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” Peace is a state of tranquility or quietness of spirit that transcends circumstances. The term peace is described in Scripture as a gift from God and congruent with His character (1 Thessalonians 5:23; Galatians 6:16; 1 Peter 1:2; Hebrews 13:20). If God is peace, then to know God is to bask in …

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The Garment

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The Garment By John Lysaught The throng of people surrounded this Jesus that they heard about. The city got word of His coming and was greatly excited to see Jesus perform miracles. Some were skeptical but got caught up in the crowd, wanting to see what he could do. Jesus entered the city and the crowd pushed on Him wanting to get a glimpse of the miracle worker they had heard about. The sun was hot as it sat high in the afternoon, baking the backs and heads of those that came out of the shade to see Him. They …

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How can I stay focused on Christ?

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How can I stay focused on Christ? Even those who have followed Christ for a long time can find it difficult to stay focused on Christ. What teachings does the Bible offer to help us stay focused? In Matthew 13, Jesus gives the parable of the sower that includes insight in this area. In explaining the parable, He shares, “As for what was sown among thorns, this is the one who hears the word, but the cares of the world and the deceitfulness of riches choke the word, and it proves unfruitful” (v. 22). The “cares of this world” and …

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REFRESHED AND FILLED ANEW

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ISAIAH 35:6 _______________________________________ “For waters shall burst forth in the wilderness and streams in the desert. ” REFRESHED AND FILLED ANEW If you’re anything like me, the sound of water brings comfort. At our home here in Southern California, the summer days and nights can be warm, even hot at times. If you were to walk from our backyard to the front of the house, you would hear the sound of water flowing from fountains that we made sure were well placed for effect. The sound of water seems to cool and comfort the atmosphere around the house. This has …

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46–Personal Obligations for Christians

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The very first obligation that the apostle provides the Jewish members of the first century Church is to pray for him and the other members of the Christian Church. He acknowledges that the prayers of the saints are necessary for his work. Paul usually requested prayers of the churches to whom he wrote (2 Corinthians 1:11; Ephesians 6:19; Colossians 4:3; 2 Thessalonians 3:1). Mutual prayer for each other is an important part of the communion of saints, in which we help each other, at all times, places, and circumstances. The apostle says that we have a good conscience, which indicates …

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Justified

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by Pete Garcia– Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other. President John Adams On the surface, there does not seem like there is a lot to be thankful for in the 2018 version of America. Wildfires, hurricanes, typhoons, mass shootings, lawless migrant caravans, a nation divided, political witch-hunts, mob violence, and leftist media frenzy have all become part of the new normal. Issues like gender and marriage, which should not be controversial simply due to common sense aspects, now are. Men want to be women, and women, …

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How are Christians not of this world?

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How are Christians not of this world? The phrase “not of this world” comes from John 18:36 where Jesus says, “My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.” In context, Jesus is speaking to Pilate, assuring the governor that He was not leading a political revolution to overthrow Rome; rather, He was leading a spiritual movement that would change the hearts of people for eternity. Earlier, Jesus had prayed, “I …

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GOD IS GOOD

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“God is good” is such a simple statement that we sometimes miss the depth of its meaning. GOD IS GOOD Psalm 100 (KJV) 100 Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. 2 Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing. 3 Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. 4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. 5 For the …

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