Category: From the Pastor
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Lent Devotion, Day 16 of 44
Read Matthew 16: http://bible.oremus.org/?ql=481854820 Scripture: v. 18 And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. Observation: Faith in Jesus Christ is the foundation of the Church. Application: I should see more value in the faith of people…
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Lent Devotion, Day 15 of 44
Read Matthew 15: http://bible.oremus.org/?ql=481771883 Scripture: v. 15:27 “Yes it is, Lord,” she said. “Even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their master’s table.” Observation: The Canaanite woman has such great faith. Her persistence is pleading is a model for our praying. Approach the throne of God boldly and humbly in prayer.… Read more…
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Lent Devotion, Day 14 of 44
Read Matthew 14: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2014&version=NIV Scripture: v. 14:13 When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. Hearing of this, the crowds followed him on foot from the towns. Jesus often went to quiet places in nature in order to pray. Observation: Immediately, upon hearing of the gruesome death of…
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Lent Devotion, Day 13 of 44
Matthew 13: http://bible.oremus.org/?ql=481600094 Scripture: Let both grow together until the harvest. At that time I will tell the harvesters: First collect the weeds and tie them in bundles to be burned; then gather the wheat and bring it into my barn.’ ”Matthew 13:30 NIV Observation: The Father will work out all things for the good in…
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Lent Devotion, Day 12 of 44
Read Matthew 12: http://bible.oremus.org/?ql=481512532 Scripture: v. 12:50 For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother. Observation: Faith creates a new family in the household of God. At times, our family bonds can prevent us from seeing the greater plan God has for our human family.… Read…