The Amplified Bible says, “Aim at and strive after.” The Greek text of Matthew’s gospel states a continual command: “Keep on continually seeking.” The dominating thought is determination, which I define as “deciding to hang tough, regardless.” All of this urges us to keep in mind the difference between natural sight and supernatural vision.
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You are probably familiar with the German term “schadenfreude.” It is the tendency we have to take pleasure in the suffering of others. And unfortunately, it happens in the body of Christ.
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Christmas is a special time for Christ worldwide: • During the early days of Christianity, different parts of the world celebrated on different dates. If you traveled widely in the Roman world, you could conceivably enjoy six different Christmases in a single year.
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The aim of achieving harmony isn’t unique to Lennon. It’s a desire innate in the human heart. Families long for peace in homes marked by hostility. Parents want relationships with their children to be free from strife. Employees wish for an office that isn’t filled with gossip, conflict, and disintegration. Citizens long for a homeland that isn’t marked by division and death.
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Last minute gifts, store bought appetizers and batteries could be on anyone's list of Christmas busyness. There's always a lot to do and this season offers a double dose of options. It offers a double dose of goodness too. Christmas is an opportunity to decorate, celebrate and pause to give thanks for the love, hope and joy found in Jesus – our Savior and friend. As we exchange gifts with ...
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The story is told of the great composer, Johann Sebastian Bach. He was known to enjoy his sleep, but his kids had a surefire way of waking up their dad.
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Without a doubt, the best time of the year for shared memories is Christmas. Some of my happiest memories, both as a child and as an adult, have been rooted in the Christmas season.
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In Matthew 22, Jesus was asked, “Which is the most important commandment?” and he answered, “Easy: First, love God with all your heart, soul, and mind. Second, love others as you love yourself—or like you would want to be loved.” And in those two commandments, he summed up all 613 of the Old Testament laws.
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I obviously didn’t understand everything happening but I did understand I lost something, more than that, someone that I really loved. It was a sad time, but there was also a sense of peace and closure once we buried my grandfather, shared memories, and consoled one another.
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There is also moral courage, the ability to do what is right in the face of popular opposition or discouragement. It takes courage to do the right thing today, to stand up for what the Bible says about right and wrong, good and evil. It takes courage to live honestly, with integrity, avoiding the “shortcuts” that may get you ahead but take you down spiritually and morally.
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