Tag: sin
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The Plan
Have you ever heard the phrase, “God has a plan for your life”? It’s something we often hear, but what does it really mean? Let’s dive into “The Plan” that God has for us, from Jesus’ death to the promise of a new heaven and new earth, and understand how this grand design impacts our…
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The Spiritual Nature of Clogged Arteries
Just as clogged arteries in our bodies can obstruct the flow of blood. Similarly, sin can clog our spiritual life. Let’s explore this parallel, understanding the consequences and discovering how, with intentional practices, we can prevent and unclog the spiritual blockages that hinder our Christian walk. Clogged arteries restrict blood flow, leading to health issues…
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Overcoming the Shadows of the Past
The journey of faith is marked by both victories and struggles. Sometimes, the sins of our past, like dormant embers, threaten to reignite, leading to a phenomenon known as backsliding. In this devotional, we’ll explore what backsliding is, what the Bible says about it, and how, through God’s love and understanding, we can overcome the…
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Separated
Isaiah 59:2 But your wrongs have separated you from your God, and your sins have made him hide his face so that he doesn’t hear you. 1 Corinthians 15:33 Do not be misled: “Bad company corrupts good character.” Sin not only separates us from God but it separates us from other brothers and sisters…
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We All Fall Down
Romans 3:23 Because all people have sinned, they have fallen short of God’s glory. I attended a class a few nights ago to hear about a healthy weight loss program. The room was full, mostly of women, who were there to hear that loosing weight was possible for them. The instructor ask the class how…
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Word Twister
Isaiah 5:20 ESV Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter! Do you know a Christian that you are pretty sure has twisted the truth about a situation and then used God’s word to make…
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Trust In The Lord
I don’t know about you guys but I don’t always understand why God allows some of the things he allows to happen on this side of eternity. Being a Pastors wife for over 20 years I know all of the bible answers in my head BUT sometimes my heart still doesn’t understand some things. I…
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The Old Oak Tree
Today’s Truth: Revelation 2:4-5, “4 However, I have this against you: The love you had at first is gone. 5 Remember how far you have fallen. Return to me and change the way you think and act, and do what you did at first…..” (GW) From My Heart To Yours: If you were born after in the…
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Can Christians Really Make A Difference In the World Or Is It Too Late?
Today’s Truth: Micah 6:8 You mortals, the Lord has told you what is good. This is what the Lord requires from you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to live humbly with your God From My Heart To Yours: Can Christians really make a difference in the world or is it too late? This…
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Wash Cloth, Loofah, Sponge or Just Your Hands?
Today’s Truth: Psalm 51:2 Wash me thoroughly from my guilt, and cleanse me from my sin. (GW) From My Heart To Yours: Have you ever really thought about the process to clean yourself? Every day,I hope, we take a bath or shower to clean ourselves from the days activities, rid ourselves of dead…
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