Son of Encouragement ∙∙ There was Joseph, the one the apostles nicknamed Barnabas (which means “Son of Encouragement”). – Acts 4:36 1 Thessalonians 5:11-18 11 So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing. 14 Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are lazy. Encourage thoseContinue reading “Son of Encouragement ∙∙”
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Idealized idols ∙∙
Idealized idols ∙∙ Because of the privilege and authority God has given me, I give each of you this warning: Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us.- Romans 12:3 1 Timothy 1:12-16 12 I thank Christ JesusContinue reading “Idealized idols ∙∙”
Be kind ∙∙
Be kind ∙∙ The LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God. – Micah 6:8 Ephesians 4:31-32 31 Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and slander be put away from you, along withContinue reading “Be kind ∙∙”
Be careful what you ask for ∙∙
Be careful what you ask for ∙∙ So he gave them what they asked for, but sent leanness into their soul. – Psalms 106:15 Psalms 78:23-25 23 But he commanded the skies to open; he opened the doors of heaven. 24 He rained down manna for them to eat; he gave them bread from heaven.Continue reading “Be careful what you ask for ∙∙”
It just takes time ∙
It just takes time ∙ Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. – Psalms 90:12 Psalms 1:1-6 1 Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. 2 But they delight inContinue reading “It just takes time ∙”
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