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A text – Philippians 1:21-30 1:21 For to me, living is Christ and dying is gain.1:22 If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me; and I do not know which I prefer.1:23 I am hard pressed between the two: my desire is to depart and be with Christ, forContinue reading “Striving Side By Side – Philippians 1”

A text – Matthew 20:1-16 20:1 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard.20:2 After agreeing with the laborers for the usual daily wage, he sent them into his vineyard.20:3 When he went out about nine o’clock, he saw others standingContinue reading “An Unearned Gift – Matthew 20”

A text – Psalm 103:(1-7), 8-13 103:1 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name.103:2 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all his benefits–103:3 who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases,103:4 who redeems your life from the Pit, who crownsContinue reading “God Throws It Out – Psalm 103”

A text – Romans 14:1-12 14:1 Welcome those who are weak in faith, but not for the purpose of quarreling over opinions.14:2 Some believe in eating anything, while the weak eat only vegetables.14:3 Those who eat must not despise those who abstain, and those who abstain must not pass judgment on those who eat; forContinue reading “A Patio Party – Romans 14:1-12”

A text – Matthew 18:21-35 18:21 Then Peter came and said to him, “Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?”18:22 Jesus said to him, “Not seven times, but, I tell you, seventy-seven times.18:23 “For this reason the kingdom of heaven may beContinue reading “Wicked Deed, Angry Words – Matthew 18:21-35”

A text – Psalm 119:33-40 119:33 Teach me, O LORD, the way of your statutes, and I will observe it to the end.119:34 Give me understanding, that I may keep your law and observe it with my whole heart.119:35 Lead me in the path of your commandments, for I delight in it.119:36 Turn my heartContinue reading “For the Love of God’s Word – Psalm 119”

A text – Romans 13:8-14 13:8 Owe no one anything, except to love one another; for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law.13:9 The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery; You shall not murder; You shall not steal; You shall not covet”; and any other commandment, are summed up in this word, “LoveContinue reading “Trustworthy Lives – Romans 13:8-14”

A text – Matthew 18:15-20 18:15 “If another member of the church sins against you, go and point out the fault when the two of you are alone. If the member listens to you, you have regained that one.18:16 But if you are not listened to, take one or two others along with you, soContinue reading “I Am There Among Them – Matthew 18”

A text – Psalm 105:1-6, 23-26, 45b 105:1 O give thanks to the LORD, call on his name, make known his deeds among the peoples.105:2 Sing to him, sing praises to him; tell of all his wonderful works.105:3 Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice.105:4 Seek theContinue reading “Nodding Aquaintances – Psalm 105”

A text – Romans 12:9-21 12:9 Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good;12:10 Love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor.12:11 Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord.12:12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer.12:13 ContributeContinue reading “People Will Notice – Romans 12:9-21”