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The Importance of Meditation

August 4, 2010

Meditation is often neglected by Christians. As Christians, we pray and we praise. We speak to God and we may sometimes even listen for His words. We read the Bible and we talk with others about its meaning. But how often do we simply meditate on God, His goodness, and His word? How often do we [...]

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The Selfish Servant

July 28, 2010

II Kings 5: 15-27 The natural inclination and deeds of the old nature are nowhere more cleverly disguised than in Christian service. Just because someone is actively serving the Lord, or at least outwardly appearing to do so, does not mean that God is pleased. Often we do not realize that selfish interests are involved, [...]

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Persevere…and Give God the Glory

July 26, 2010

Good Morning!  Are you ready for the work week, or did you already complain in your heart (or out loud) that it is time to go back to work? Thus far, in the first selection on murmuring, we have discussed how the Spirit leads us in dealing with complaining and its negative influences on our [...]

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The Selfless Servant

June 16, 2010

II Kings 5: 1-14 Whatever is not of faith is sin; and faith is integrally linked to recognition of, and conformity to, the Word of Truth. Are we walking by faith, allowing the Word to lighten each step of our pilgrim pathway; or by sight, trusting the frailty of the flesh and the foolishness of [...]

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