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"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." [ Romans 15:13] At this time of year, in every store, coffee shop and restaurant, we are confronted with Christmas songs telling us to "Have yourself a merry little Christmas" or "Tis the season to be jolly." TV advertisements depict families gathered around a groaning table full of food, or a twinkling tree stuffed with presents. Chur

"For everything in the world - the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life - comes not from the Father but from the world." - 1 John 2:16 Don't we live in a culture where we can get everything we want, anytime we want it by a click of a button? We live in a day and age where everything is accessible and all of this convenience means we don't often choose to go without something. It's hard not to get swept up in the quest for more. We are marketed to con

"I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our LORD Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought." [1 Corinthians 1:10] If you grew up with siblings, you have almost definitely been involved with family squabbles. Usually the quarrels within my family were over some unfairness that we perceived was happening. Generally the fallout did not last lon

"Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ, God forgave you." [ Ephesians 4:31-32] Have you ever been hurt deeply by someone and struggled to move past the pain? Do you feel bitter and resentful and unable to let go of an offense? If so, you are not alone! Being wounded by others, is an inevitable part of life in a broken world. Forgiveness

Through Jesus we have gained access to the Father, and the gates are thrown wide open in welcome.

As we continue to read, meditate and pray through this Psalm, we will see everlasting evidence of hope, peace and truth.

God is our gracious and bountiful benefactor for both our bodies and soul, for all time and eternity.

"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me." [Psalm 23:4]

a beautiful picture of how God wants to guide us and bless us throughout our lives.

What is God calling you to do today?

Matthew 24:9-10 "Then you will be arrested, persecuted, and killed. You will be hated all over the world because you are my followers....

...there is one object of fear which produces a positive reaction...

When God is our hiding place, we find peace that cannot be disturbed by the circumstances around us.

Part of following Jesus is to intentionally help others learn from Him, and become more like Him.

God did not call us to do His work in isolation, but within a community

Good things take time

I may not understand everything in the Bible, and often have difficulty explaining it, but I believe it all.

As believers, we are called to embrace forgiveness

As believers how are we supposed to handle justice? What is our responsibility?