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Near to the Kingdom of God – Mark 12

A text – Mark 12:28-34 12:28 One of the scribes came near and heard them disputing with one another, and seeing that he answered them well, he asked him, “Which commandment is the first of all?”12:29 Jesus answered, “The first is, ‘Hear, O Israel: the Lord our God, the Lord is one;12:30 you shall loveContinue reading “Near to the Kingdom of God – Mark 12”

From Darkness to Light – Psalm 126

A text – Psalm 126 126:1 When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream.126:2 Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.”126:3 The LORD has done great thingsContinue reading “From Darkness to Light – Psalm 126”

Restoration – Jeremiah 37:7-9

A text – Jeremiah 31:7-9 31:7 For thus says the LORD: Sing aloud with gladness for Jacob, and raise shouts for the chief of the nations; proclaim, give praise, and say, “Save, O LORD, your people, the remnant of Israel.” 31:8 See, I am going to bring them from the land of the north, andContinue reading “Restoration – Jeremiah 37:7-9”

Blindness and Faith – Mark 10:46-52

A text – Mark 10:46-52 10:46 They came to Jericho. As he and his disciples and a large crowd were leaving Jericho, Bartimaeus son of Timaeus, a blind beggar, was sitting by the roadside.10:47 When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, haveContinue reading “Blindness and Faith – Mark 10:46-52”

Living in God and Praying in Funk – Psalm 91

A text – Psalm 91:9-16 91:9 Because you have made the LORD your refuge, the Most High your dwelling place,91:10 no evil shall befall you, no scourge come near your tent.91:11 For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.91:12 On their hands they will bear you up, soContinue reading “Living in God and Praying in Funk – Psalm 91”

Pouring Ourselves Out – Hebrews 5

A text – Hebrews 5:1-10 5:1 Every high priest chosen from among mortals is put in charge of things pertaining to God on their behalf, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins.5:2 He is able to deal gently with the ignorant and wayward, since he himself is subject to weakness;5:3 and because of this heContinue reading “Pouring Ourselves Out – Hebrews 5”

Something We Teach Toddlers – Mark 10

A text – Mark 10:35-45 10:35 James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came forward to him and said to him, “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.”10:36 And he said to them, “What is it you want me to do for you?”10:37 And they said to him, “GrantContinue reading “Something We Teach Toddlers – Mark 10”

Getting a Wise Heart – Psalm 90: 12-17

A text – Psalm 90:12-17 90:12 So teach us to count our days that we may gain a wise heart.90:13 Turn, O LORD! How long? Have compassion on your servants!90:14 Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love, so that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.90:15 Make us glad as manyContinue reading “Getting a Wise Heart – Psalm 90: 12-17”

The Living Word of God – Hebrews 4

A text – Hebrews 4:12-16 4:12 Indeed, the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing until it divides soul from spirit, joints from marrow; it is able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart.4:13 And before him no creature is hidden, but all are naked and laidContinue reading “The Living Word of God – Hebrews 4”