January 2025
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Let us be honest with ourselves, and let us examine our hearts and our lives
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“With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness.” (James 3:9) As followers of Christ, we are called to live a life of integrity and consistency. But often, our words can betray us. We may use our tongues to praise God…
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“But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.” (Philippians 3:20) As followers of Christ, we are often caught between two worlds. On the one hand, we live in this physical world, with all its joys and struggles. But on the other hand, we are citizens…
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“Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ…” (Philippians 1:27) As followers of Christ, we are called to live in a way that reflects the gospel. This means that our actions, words, and attitudes should all be guided by the principles of love, compassion, and humility that are at the…
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“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” (Psalm 90:12) As we journey through life, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily routines and responsibilities. We can become so focused on the present moment that we forget to consider the bigger picture. But…
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“Therefore Jesus said again, ‘Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. All who have come before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep have not listened to them. I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture.’”…
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“May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:5 As followers of Christ, we are called to live a life of love and perseverance. But we cannot do this on our own. We need the Lord’s direction and guidance in our lives. In this verse, Paul prays that…
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“Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11) As followers of Christ, we are called to live in community with one another. We are not meant to walk alone in our faith, but rather to support and encourage one another along the way. In this verse,…
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Light is sown for the righteous, and joy for the upright in heart. – Psalm 97-11 Light is a powerful symbol in scripture, often representing God’s presence, guidance, and joy. In Psalm 97:11, we read, “Light is sown for the righteous, and joy for the upright in heart.” This verse reminds us that as followers…
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