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Three Overarching Instructions (part three)

Continuing my sermon summary on Romans 12:9.  Monday I posted part one, and Friday part two.  This post is the last one on this verse. Our text: Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is … Continue reading

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Three Overarching Instructions (part two)

Continuing my sermon summary on Romans 12:9.  Monday I posted part one, which could be read as a stand-alone piece, but if you haven’t read part one yet, I recommend doing so before reading this. Our text: Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that … Continue reading

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Three Overarching Instructions

In continuing my series of sermons on Romans 12, this week we looked at Romans 12:9. We’ve seen previously that in verse one Paul exhorts his readers to become living sacrifices, for that is the logical act of worship which … Continue reading

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God’s Heart Toward Sinners

If we claim to represent Christ, our message (whether by word or deed) must be consistent with our ambassadorial role. We must communicate A) the need for reconciliation with God, B) His provision for that, and C) His desire for it. Continue reading

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A Proverb for Today — Proverbs 3:27-28 (Part Three)

This proverb calls us back to a simpler and better way, where charity takes place between those who know, respect, and appreciate each other. It tells the giver to give charitably, in a way that is truly consistent with love and concern for the recipient. Continue reading

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