Month: January 2025
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Fetching the Wife for Isaac
The account of Abraham sending his servant to find a wife for Isaac serves as a model for evangelism. It emphasizes caring for others’ spiritual futures, diligent preparation, reliance on God’s guidance, sharing personal testimonies, inviting responses, and celebrating decisions. By embodying these principles, we can effectively lead people to…
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A Life Worth Imitating
Jonathan Edwards once resolved “never to do anything which I would be afraid to do if it were the last hour of my life.” His words challenge us to examine whether our daily lives reflect Christ so clearly that others could see Him in us. Would our example inspire others…
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From Darkness to Light: God’s Transforming Power
Estera Marian: At 19, I faced an intense season of darkness that seemed unexplainable and overwhelming. Through this terrifying time, God gently carried me, revealing His love, power, and purpose…
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Heaven
The teachings of Zion and the heavenly Jerusalem unify Scripture, symbolizing God’s redemptive plan. Important biblical passages convey that Zion represents spiritual rebirth and inclusion for all nations. As believers participate in the heavenly city, they experience unity in Christ while anticipating the ultimate fulfillment of God’s promises in the…
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Hopes of Resolve
“Rejoice always” is not a call to fleeting happiness or circumstantial cheer but a deep-seated attitude of the heart and mind. Over the years, I have learned that joy is not an emotion tied to favorable circumstances but a discipline rooted in the unchanging character of Christ. Whether life brings…
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The Faith of an Unnamed Servant Girl
In 2 Kings 5:1–4 is one of my favorite passages. It’s the account of Naaman, a powerful Syrian commander afflicted with leprosy, which begins with an unexpected voice. An unnamed servant girl, taken captive from Israel, speaks with remarkable faith, directing Naaman to the prophet Elisha for healing. Her role…
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The Missing Heartbeat of Fellowship
“By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another.” (John 13:35, BSB) With these words, Jesus identified the unmistakable mark of true Christian community. Yet, how often do our gatherings fall short of this ideal? Though we assemble in the same room, sing the…
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The LORD has Rewarded Me according to My Righteousness
Have you carefully considered David’s words in Psalm 18? It is a song of gratitude and victory, where David reflects on God’s deliverance and faithfulness in his life. In verses 20–25, David acknowledges how God has dealt with him according to his righteousness. David’s words might initially seem like he’s…
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A Jealous God and a Faithful Bride
Exodus 20:5 highlights God’s righteous jealousy, emphasizing His desire for exclusive devotion from His people. This divine jealousy, unlike human jealousy, stems from covenant love, urging believers to examine their hearts for any rival affections. Reflecting on this can inspire renewed commitment and vigilance in maintaining a singular love for…
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