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Jesus Quotes and God Thoughts

~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Ephesians 1

“In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will.” ~Apostle Paul

March 18, 2022

God has a plan. Stop and think about that. God has a plan. That is stunning but what may feel …

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“In him we have obtained an inheritance.” ~Apostle Paul

February 5, 2022

  In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all …

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Where is Jesus now?

February 2, 2022

In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, until the …

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What has God prepared for me to do beforehand? Is there a plan B?

October 6, 2021

There is no plan B. There is no backup plan. Contingencies are out the door. God has a goal for …

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Are we shouting for joy over all the good God has in store for us?

September 30, 2021

We love God but still do not have a clear idea what He has in mind for us. What God …

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“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.” ~Apostle Paul

September 24, 2021

God made plans for us that gave Him pleasure in putting together. It was not an inconvenience to Him in …

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Can we magnify God in our worship?

August 15, 2021

Giving glory to God through worship and through upright living. God’s people are exhorted to praise him and to bring …

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Will we see Jesus clearly?

August 12, 2021

Is this going to be a turning point for us to see Jesus clearly and obey Him in our journey …

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Does Jesus have power and authority over everything?

June 23, 2021

The main thing: What is this all about? It is about the pre-eminence of king Yeshua [Jesus]. So, look in …

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Are we special agents for Jesus? Do we know His plan?

March 19, 2021

God has a plan for us. Under His plan, we are to be special agents of Jesus. His assignments for …

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What is exempt from the kingdom of Jesus the Messiah?

December 1, 2020

Who is Jesus? The very Son of God who, as man, died for us and is now resurrected into an …

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Where is Jesus now? What is He doing?

October 19, 2020

This is stunning. God raised Jesus from the dead and He is in charge of running everything. The totality of …

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“I, Paul, am under God’s plan as an apostle, a special agent of the Messiah Jesus, writing to you faithful believers in Ephesus.” ~Apostle Paul

September 5, 2020

God has a plan for us. Under His plan, we are special agents of Jesus. His assignments for us aren’t …

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Is anything exempt from the rule of Jesus the Messiah?

July 20, 2020

Who is Jesus? The very Son of God who, as man, died for us and is now resurrected into an …

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“God made known to us the mystery of His will, according to His kind intention which He purposed in the Messiah.” ~Apostle Paul

August 18, 2019

The message of the Messiah’s sacrifice for missing God’s goal (aka sin) and His resurrection (the message that Paul refers …

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“For I have come to have much joy and comfort in your love, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you, brother.” ~Apostle Paul

February 18, 2019

Joy is something that I must work at. It is a fruit, needs cultivation, water, fertilizer and more. Neglect can …

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“To the end that we who were the first to hope in the Messiah would be to the praise of His stunning brilliance and beauty.” ~Apostle Paul

January 5, 2019

One of the primary purposes of the assembly of disciples is to praise God and glorify Jesus, our Master. I …

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Church — What is God’s purpose for the called out assembly of disciples?

August 22, 2018

I’m concerned about the use of the word church. I think to believers and unbelievers it either connotes a building …

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“I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus the Messiah may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.” ~Apostle Paul

November 19, 2017

Who doesn’t want more wisdom in life? I know I do. The path to wisdom is in knowing Jesus better …

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“God raised Jesus from death and set him on a throne in deep heaven, in charge of running the universe.” ~Apostle Paul

April 16, 2017

Who is Jesus? The very Son of God who, as man, died for us and is now resurrected. But in …

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“This signet (the Holy Spirit) from God is the first installment on what’s coming.” ~Apostle Paul

July 3, 2016

God has given us the Holy Spirit. That is a sign of His authority in our life. Jesus has left …

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“It’s in the Messiah that you found yourselves home free—signed, sealed, and delivered by the Holy Spirit.” ~Apostle Paul

June 2, 2016

Do I see that I have finished the most difficult part? In the salvation that Jesus offers me, I’m not quite there yet …

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“The church is the Messiah’s body, in which he speaks and acts, by which he fills everything with his presence.” ~Apostle Paul

November 3, 2015

We have a choice about what kind of church we attend. Which will it be? One where the power of …

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“Long before we first heard of the Messiah, he had his eye on us.” ~Apostle Paul

August 1, 2015

God has a plan. Stop and think about that. God has a plan. That is stunning but what may feel …

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“God wanted us to enter into the celebration of his lavish gift-giving by the hand of his beloved Son.” ~Apostle Paul

June 29, 2015

When you are thinking about someone all the time, it is clear you love them. They are the focus of your …

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“It’s in the Messiah that we find out who we are and what we are living for.” ~Apostle Paul

June 25, 2015

Who am I? What am I living for? These are essential questions. Questions that we want answers for. We have …

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“Because of the sacrifice of the Messiah, his blood poured out on the altar of the Cross, we’re a free people.” ~Apostle Paul

February 8, 2015

God made plans for us that gave Him pleasure in putting together. It was not an inconvenience to Him in …

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“God raised Jesus from death and set him on a throne in deep heaven, in charge of running everything.” ~Apostle Paul

July 13, 2014

This is stunning. God raised Jesus from the dead and He is in charge of running everything. The totality of …

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Are we special agents for God?

May 11, 2014

God has a plan for us. Under His plan, we are special agents of Jesus. His assignments for us aren’t …

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The resurrected Jesus is in charge of everything, forever!

April 20, 2014

Who is Jesus? The very Son of God who, as man, died for us and is now resurrected. But in …

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  • "But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the fruit you get leads to sanctification and its end, eternal life." ~Apostle Paul
    "But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the fruit you get leads to sanctification and its end, eternal life." ~Apostle Paul
  • "God never said that the journey would be easy, but He did say that the arrival would be worthwhile." ~Max Lucado
    "God never said that the journey would be easy, but He did say that the arrival would be worthwhile." ~Max Lucado
  • "One man practicing sportsmanship is far better than a hundred teaching it." ~Knute Rockne
    "One man practicing sportsmanship is far better than a hundred teaching it." ~Knute Rockne
  • "By opening up to others, you'll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven." ~~Jesus
    "By opening up to others, you'll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven." ~~Jesus
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  • “But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the fruit you get leads to sanctification and its end, eternal life.” ~Apostle Paul May 22, 2022
  • “Or do you think lightly of the riches of His kindness and tolerance and patience, not knowing that the kindness of God leads you to repentance.” ~Apostle Paul May 21, 2022
  • “I find nothing wrong here. He seems harmless enough to me.” ~Pilate May 20, 2022
  • “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~Apostle Paul May 19, 2022
  • “So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” ~Jesus May 18, 2022

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  • “But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the fruit you get leads to sanctification and its end, eternal life.” ~Apostle Paul
  • “Or do you think lightly of the riches of His kindness and tolerance and patience, not knowing that the kindness of God leads you to repentance.” ~Apostle Paul
  • “I find nothing wrong here. He seems harmless enough to me.” ~Pilate
  • “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~Apostle Paul
  • “So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” ~Jesus

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    • “But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the fruit you get leads to sanctification and its end, eternal life.” ~Apostle Paul
    • “Or do you think lightly of the riches of His kindness and tolerance and patience, not knowing that the kindness of God leads you to repentance.” ~Apostle Paul
    • “I find nothing wrong here. He seems harmless enough to me.” ~Pilate
    • “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~Apostle Paul
    • “So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” ~Jesus
    • “In fact, the ministry Jesus has received is as superior to theirs as the agreement of which he is mediator is superior to the old one, since the new agreement is established on better promises.” ~Author of Hebrews
    • “For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me.” ~Jesus
    • “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people.” ~Angel of God
    • “Yet wisdom is vindicated by her deeds.” ~Jesus
    • “But do you suppose this, O man, when you pass judgment on those who practice such things and do the same yourself, that you will escape the judgment of God?” ~Apostle Paul

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