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Friends

(NRSV) 1Sam 10:1 When David had finished speaking to Saul, soul of Jonathan was bound to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. 2 Saul took him that day and would not let him return to his father’s house. 3 Then Jonathan made a covenant with David, because he loved …

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As I was getting ready to prepare my devotional, I ran across this paper I wrote for one of my Theology classes. (I don’t recall which one). I read it and thought this excerpt might help someone who could be struggling with their faith. It was titled “A Reflection Paper on Exodus 3 and 4)

The Calling of God Where were you when JFK was killed? It was a common question even twenty years ago because it was a defining moment in our lives. There have been many such moments since then, but an even more burning question is “Where were you when God’s call was placed upon your life?” …

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The Red Thread

(NRSV) Joshua 2:12 Now then, since I have dealt kindly with you, swear to me by the LORD that you in turn will deal kindly with my family. Give me a sign of good faith 13 that you will spare my father and mother, my brothers and sisters, and all who belong to them, and …

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Seeking Peace

(NKJV) Heb 12:14 Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord: 15 looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up cause trouble, and by this many become defiled; I normally focus on love and joy, but with so …

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Once and for All

(Amp) 1 Peter 5:6 Therefore humble yourselves [demote, lower yourselves in your own estimation] under the mighty hand of God, that in due time He may exalt you, 1 Peter 5:7 Casting the whole of your care [all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares …

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