Elephant Helpers There should be no division in the body, but . . . its parts should have equal concern for each other. 1 Corinthians 12:25 1 Corinthians 12:21-26 Today’s Insights The concept of unity that Paul highlights in 1 Corinthians 12 depends on two things. The first is its …
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Heirs of God’s Salvation As long as an heir is underage, he is no different from a slave, although he owns the whole estate. Galatians 4:1 Galatians 4:1-7 Today’s Insights Huiothesia is used only five times in the New Testament (and only by Paul). This word, translated as “adoption to sonship” …
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Working Together for Jesus We rebuilt the wall till all of it reached half its height, for the people worked with all their heart. Nehemiah 4:6 Nehemiah 4:1-9 Today’s Insights Nehemiah is a gripping account of inspiring leadership during intense opposition. The Bible introduces us to other heroic figures during …
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Topic:Servant’s Heart Bible in a Year : Psalms 113–115; 1 Corinthians 6 Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all. Mark 9:35 Cook. Event Planner. Nutritionist. Nurse. These are just some of the responsibilities regularly performed by modern moms. In 2016, research …
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Topic:Jesus in Disguise Bible in a Year : Psalms 87–88; Romans 13 Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done. Proverbs 19:17 My son Geoff recently participated in a “homeless simulation.” He spent three days and two nights …
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Topic:Steadfast Love December 9, 2018 Steadfast Love Read: Psalm 136:1–9 Bible in a Year: Daniel 11–12; Jude Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever. Psalm 136:1 “I love you!” my dad called out as I slammed the car door and headed into school. I …
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Topic:Honoring God with Thanks November 30, 2018 Honoring God with Thanks Read: Psalm 50:8–15 Bible in a Year: Ezekiel 37–39; 2 Peter 2 Call on me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me. Psalm 50:15 The doctor wasn’t frowning, despite talking to my …
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Topic:A Solid Foundation November 28, 2018 A Solid Foundation Read: Matthew 7:24–27 Bible in a Year: Ezekiel 33–34; 1 Peter 5 Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. Matthew 7:24 Last summer my …
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