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

Tag Archives: Hebrews 4

What is disobedience all about? What are the consequences?

March 9, 2022

For we who have believed enter that rest, as he has said, “As I swore in my wrath, ‘They shall not …

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Does Jesus want us to take a break and get a little rest?

August 31, 2021

Why this is important: There have been way too many times I have ignored getting some rest. I worked too …

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How much mercy and compassion do we need from Jesus?

July 17, 2021

‘Mercy’ is compassion for people in need. We can distinguish it from ‘grace’. The Greek noun eleos (mercy) … always …

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What are the characteristics of unbelievers, atheists and sceptics?

July 15, 2021

The way I see it: Our mission of bringing the good news of Jesus to the world is especially challenging …

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Was Jesus the Messiah submissive and vulnerable?

July 8, 2021

The idea of a sacrificial system might seem strange to us today, the concept of payment or restitution is still …

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“Since the promise to enter God’s rest remains, let us beware that none of you be found to have fallen short.” ~Author of Hebrews

November 19, 2019

I don’t want to fall short. I have received the good news. I have received a promise from Jesus that …

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“For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but One who has been tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin.” ~Author of Hebrews

May 31, 2019

I have missed God’s goal for my life (aka sin). A penalty must be paid. Jesus, the innocent lamb of …

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Faithfulness – Do I reflect God’s faithfulness?

October 17, 2018

Faithfulness is the proper response to God by his covenant people; seen in a steadfast commitment which reflects God’s own …

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“For as long, then, as that promise of resting in him pulls us on to God’s goal for us, we need to be careful that we’re not disqualified.” ~Author of Hebrews

November 7, 2017

Relax, God is in control. I keep hearing that from our Father. He promised a rest. That is His goal …

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“So let’s keep at it and eventually arrive at the place of rest, not drop out through some sort of disobedience.” ~Author of Hebrews

September 9, 2017

Are we ready for some rest? I know I am to rest. So here is a promise that is considered …

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“God means what he says.” ~Author of Hebrews

January 9, 2017

How many times have I said something, meaning it, and then did not follow through? Too many times for sure. …

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“So let’s walk right up to him and get what he is so ready to give. Take the mercy, accept the help.” ~Author of Hebrews

October 20, 2015

Am I letting it slip through my fingers? I have access to God. Jesus, the Messiah and our Master, paved …

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“Those earlier ones never did get to the place of rest because they were disobedient.” ~Author of Hebrews

July 25, 2015

We have the promise. It has not been fulfilled yet. We can receive it today even though in the past …

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    • “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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