The Jews are Jews not because, out of thin air, they decided to create a religion with one God and be different by circumcision. No! God’s word makes it obvious that they are chosen: recognized by blood, by tradition, and by the Law. The Jews are different because they are messengers of the truth. Physically, they are marked as a…
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I woke up this morning, opened the paper, and came face-to-face with evil: Gunman kills at least 20 (18 children), charges filed against candidate scam in Florida, Southern Baptist leaders plan release of secret abusers list, and inside China people for disturbing the social order (persecuted for their faith). Reminds me that the list of sinners Paul gave at the…
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For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth. Romans 1:18 The Truth Suppressed We are a people who prefer to see what we want to see and believe what we want to believe—even if it is not true. Our opinion trumps another, our truth is…
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Paul knew the Roman Church by their faith. He is thankful for their faithfulness (Romans 1:8-17) The church was not hidden, secret, or underground. Some members of the church were there on the day of Pentecost when the Holy Spirit empowered the Church. Once the Holy Spirit came into their life, they’re changed. The culture remained the same, but they…
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To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be His holy people: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 1:7 Obviously, the book of Romans is addressed to the church in Rome. But in many ways this book was written for our generation. We are loved by…
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Something unique happens when we read the Word. We are reminded of the all-encompassing value of Christ’s Lordship and the Holy Spirit’s work in our soul. Every thought, move, and intent of our heart is subject to Christ alone. The Holy Spirit empowers and guides us in our “With-God” life. As we read Romans let us respond to the move…
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We’re not the first generation seeking to know God, but maybe we…
I refuse to take for granted the most extraordinary gift known to humankind – intimate knowledge of God. We cannot ignore His love, faithfulness, righteousness, justice, and care. When we yield to His blessings will come. The soul refreshed in His presence and the spirit fully awake. Your love, O Lord, reaches to the heavens, Your faithfulness to the skies….
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I woke up a little fearful. I open the newspaper, listen to the radio and watch the news to a constant reminder we move on unchartered waters. The unknowns scare me. I whisper a prayer for peace. I returned to get busy at my desk and try to put the news out of my head. I noticed a poem in…
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