Category Archives: Bible Books

When I am in Over my Head

But now,God’s Message, the God who made you in the first place, Jacob, the One who got you started, Israel: “Don’t be afraid, I’ve redeemed you. I’ve called your name. You’re mine. When you’re in over your head, I’ll be … Continue reading

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Advanced Discipleship

He said to his disciples, “Hard trials and temptations are bound to come, but too bad for whoever brings them on! Better to wear a millstone necklace and take a swim in the deep blue sea than give even one … Continue reading

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A Good Word for 2013

Obey the rulers who have authority over you. Only God can give authority to anyone, and he puts these rulers in their places of power. People who oppose the authorities are opposing what God has done, and they will be … Continue reading

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Home and Holidays

[reprinted from January 2010] – Henry Neufeld The LORD is faithful to all his promises and loving toward all he has made. The LORD upholds all those who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down. The eyes of … Continue reading

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Resolutions – Really?

The beginning of another year is when many make a decision to do something different, something better. It is a day to begin again. Do you have some ideas for yourself along those lines? Will this year be different than … Continue reading

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The Majesty and Glory of GOD’S Name

Then the Lord said to Moses,“Tell Aaron and his sons to bless the people of Israel with this special blessing: May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May … Continue reading

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Ordinary People – Extraordinary God

That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified, but the angel reassured … Continue reading

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The Promises

The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine … For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The … Continue reading

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Mary, A Girl

One month later God sent the angel Gabriel to the town of Nazareth in Galilee with a message for a virgin named Mary. She was engaged to Joseph from the family of King David. The angel greeted Mary and said, … Continue reading

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Joseph: An Obedient Quiet Man

[reprinted from December 3, 2010] When Joseph woke up, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded and took Mary as his wife.     Matthew 1:24 (NLT) A teacher, author, and friend of mine, Dr. Alden Thompson, talks a … Continue reading

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