The Psalms has always been my book of prayer and the way I begin each day. The Jews referred to the book of Psalms as “The Book of Praises,” But, I didn’t know that the LORD would take me to a certain psalm to show me His love — an enduring love in even the hardest times. I needed help…
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Discovering True Love – Psalms 103
Prayer For Spiritual Insight
Read, slowly and prayerfully, Ephesians 1:15-19. Prayer of Intercession For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God’s people, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. Ephesians 1:15-16 NIV. Paul was thankful for those who truly live a life of faith and a…
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Statement of Faith — Scripture
If someone approached you and asked you what you believe, how would you answer them?Do you know what you believe about God, Scripture, God’s will, salvation, faith, heaven and hell, the Holy Spirit, marriage, and truth? Is it based on Scripture, or traditional teachings you’ve caught here or there? Wouldn’t it be nice to have written your core beliefs? Well,…
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Spiritual Blessings in Christ
Read Ephesians 1:3-14 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places. Ephesians 1:3 NIV. We are a blessed people! Bless the Lord, O my soul Twice, the word “blessed” is used in this first passage, leading us to a knowledge of spiritual blessing….
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To The Faithful in Christ Jesus
Read the entire first chapter, but focus on 1:1-2 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God to the saints who are in Ephesus and are faithful in Christ Jesus. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Ephesians 1:1-2 NRSV. Personal Letter We formally call this book an epistle —…
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