Have you ever found it interesting that it is Peter who asks to step off the boat & join Jesus in the water? We often look at Peter as being rash and acting before thinking. If we look at Peter only from this angle, I believe we do him a great disservice. In Peter,...
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Jude, the brother of Jesus, writes a short letter to brethren struggling with many issues. The main thrust of the book is on seeing false teachers for what they really were. As the book concludes, Jude makes a very important point: How to rescue brothers and sisters who were in danger of succumbing to...
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Scripture Reading: Matthew 14.22-33 Introduction: Matthew 14:22-33 is a much read, but yet intriguing story. Focus on 14:27 – Take courage…it is I; do not be afraid (NASU). A powerful phrase – more than a salutation/casual greeting. Literally, Be of good cheer meant to: Take heart. To take courage. To take cheer. To deliberately...
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I was able to visit with the congregation in Englewood earlier this evening and heard a very practical and uplifting lesson by Brother Rick Liggin from Peoria, IL.  His lesson was based on 1 Samuel 17 and focused on David and Goliath. David had a “Goliath” of a problem. His problem was a proud...
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Whatever your situation, remember God has not given up on you. Even if the circumstances are a result of your own decisions, God can use that to develop you into a deeper relationship with Him.
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Scripture Reading: Romans 8:31-39 Introduction: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12. God encourages us to be an influence for Christ and His kingdom. We have been set free in Christ and are blessed with opportunities each day to  impact our world with Christ. Great passage of scripture. It tells us three things about boldness in the Lord....
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Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 17 Introduction: Previous lesson: 1 Samuel 17.  David vs. Goliath. David facing a 9ft tall, war trained, armed, armored giant. Israel terrified. Frozen with fear. Enter David. Odds? Not good. Attitude?  Excellent! 17:34-37. God had gone to work for him before. Knew God would do it again. David overcame the...
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