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Tag Archives: Kindness

What models do we have for how to be patient?

January 29, 2021

Who is our model for patience? God is patient, and His Spirit produces the fruit of patience in us. When we …

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How does God show His kindness?

January 3, 2021

I want the quality of compassion and generosity in my life. I need to learn how God loves the weak …

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Does God show kindness to all, evil and good?

November 14, 2020

In Galatians 5:22 we learn that “the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 …

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“In kindness he takes us firmly by the hand and leads us into a radical life-change.” ~Apostle Paul

September 8, 2019

You have a passion for Jesus. You want to do the right thing for His disciples. You believe in a …

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“The kindness of God leads you to radically change how you think (aka repentance).” ~Apostle Paul

March 27, 2019

When I exhibit the kindness of God, I am tender, benevolent, and useful to others. Every action, every word will …

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What is the point in being kind?  

March 5, 2019

God’s goal for me is to be kind, thoughtful and caring. I am to love. That is the main thing …

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“Friend, do what you have come for.” ~Jesus to Judas

December 22, 2018

Jesus personally selected Judas to be a disciple. Jesus taught Him just like all the others. Jesus made him “treasurer” …

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Do I mistakenly think God won’t see what I am doing and come down hard on me?

November 22, 2018

It is a distraction game. It is classic but I see it happening. I do it sometimes as well. I …

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“Have an attitude of humility being neither arrogant nor self-righteous regard others as more important than yourselves.” ~Apostle Paul

November 14, 2018

God calls on me to respect others, placing them as more important than I am. Jesus is very clear about …

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“You are already pruned back by the message I have spoken.” ~Jesus

November 11, 2018

Jesus is the true source of everything I am or have. Jesus is the real vine. My role is to …

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“Put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” ~Apostle Paul

October 22, 2018

Jesus shows me how to love and be kind. Jesus commands me to love. God wants me to be kind, …

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“Bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, whoever has a complaint against anyone; just as the Master forgave you, so also should you.” ~Apostle Paul

October 20, 2018

True love is forgiving: God loves me so He forgives me for missing His goal (aka sin) for my life. …

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Kindness — Is failure to acknowledge God’s kindness missing God’s goal (aka sin)?

October 3, 2018

  When I exhibit the kindness of God, I am tender, benevolent, and useful to others. Every action, every word …

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“These things I have spoken to you so that My joy may be in you, and that your joy may be made full.” ~Jesus

October 2, 2018

In some circles, the end game is to be saved. Now that is important but it is not the end …

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Does  lack of self examination lead to pride and self-delusion?

September 28, 2018

There was a problem among the early group of disciples in Corinth. It still continues among believers today. I need …

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Peace — Is it through the ministry of Jesus?

September 26, 2018

We are born at war. At birth, my sinful nature has already declared war on God and His truth. My …

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“When the kindness of God our Savior and His love for mankind appeared, He saved us.” ~Apostle Paul

September 19, 2018

God showed His infinite kindness to me. God sent His Son Jesus to die for me. Surely I can, by …

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Loyalty — Why does God show His loyalty to us?

September 18, 2018

God is loyal. God is faithful. That is just who God is. It is His very nature. When God says …

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How do I find grace and mercy in my life?

September 14, 2018

I don’t deserve God’s grace. In fact, that is what it means. It is a gift to me from Jesus …

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“Lots of people claim to be loyal and loving, but where on earth can you find one?” ~King Solomon

September 9, 2018

Where is the loyalty? Where is the love? Doesn’t anyone care? God is loyal and God is loving. I can …

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“But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great.” ~Jesus

August 28, 2018

Jesus wants me to love. Jesus wants me to do good. Jesus wants me to not expect anything in return …

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Poverty — The treatment of the poor — Are they to be neglected?

August 25, 2018

In both the Old and New Testaments, we see God’s desire for His children to show compassion to the poor …

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“For your husband is your Maker, whose name is the Master of hosts; and your Redeemer is the Holy One of Israel, who is called the God of all the earth.” ~Isaiah

August 19, 2018

Without faithfulness to God there can be no discipleship life. Following Jesus is based first on faith that God is, …

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“Seeing the people, He felt compassion for them, because they were distressed and dispirited like sheep without a shepherd.” ~Matthew about Jesus

August 15, 2018

This is striking. The first thing to note here is that Jesus saw the people. He didn’t look past them. …

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What is the outcome of hoping in God? Will it bring security and confidence?

August 13, 2018

Most people understand hope as wishful thinking, as in “I hope something will happen.” I have been guilty of thinking …

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God is Good — How is it shown?

August 10, 2018

Ultimately, God’s goodness is seen in His plan to redeem me from missing His goal (aka sin). The gospel is …

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“I discipline my body and make it my slave, so that, after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified.” ~Apostle Paul

August 4, 2018

Self-control is an issue of my heart. I must not be wishy-washy in my resolve. I must excerpt control of my …

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“Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you.” ~Jesus

August 3, 2018

It starts with faith. I need to get clear with my faith in Jesus. When peace leaves me, I need to …

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“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 change your mind?” ~Apostle Paul

July 31, 2018

I should be patient, even as Jesus is patient. Naturally, in and of myself, I am not. God’s kindness is …

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Respect — It leads to Godly living

July 26, 2018

The apostle Peter summarizes the Bible’s teaching on respect in his first Epistle. My mission is clear. Show proper respect …

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“Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” ~Jesus

July 24, 2018

What does the gentleness of Jesus the Messiah look like?  Jesus gave us the perfect picture of gentleness: “See, your …

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Tenderness — A Mark of a Disciple’s Behavior

July 14, 2018

Jesus shows me how to love and be kind. Jesus commands me to love. God wants me to be kind, …

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Forgiveness — True Love is Forgiving

July 13, 2018

I miss God’s goal (aka sin). There is a penalty for that. Unless … I am forgiven. So there is …

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“For we are slaves; yet in our bondage our God has not forsaken us, but has extended lovingkindness to us.” ~Ezra

July 7, 2018

I want the quality of compassion and generosity in my life. I need to learn how God loves the weak and poor. It is …

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Discipleship – Joy is a Benefit and Results from Being a Disciple

July 4, 2018

Joy is closely related to gladness and happiness, although joy is more a state of being than an emotion; a …

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“Jesus came and preached peace to you who were far away, and peace to those who were near.” ~Apostle Paul

July 2, 2018

Prophecies of peace are fulfilled in the coming of Jesus the Messiah. Peace is real. Jesus wants me to experience peace. …

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“Keep on rejoicing, so that also at the revelation of His glory you may rejoice with exultation.” ~Apostle Peter

July 1, 2018

The Holy Spirit brings joy to believers, giving us an inner contentment and happiness which is not dependent upon external …

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Kindness — It’s Demonstrated in the Good News of Jesus the Messiah

June 26, 2018

I desperately need more kindness and compassion in my life. I need to judge less and love more. That is …

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Compassion — A Vital Character Requirement in the Followers of Jesus

June 24, 2018

Compassion is an attitude of care and concern, grounded in pity and sympathy towards others, given to me by Jesus. …

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“Do you think lightly of the riches of His kindness and tolerance and patience, not knowing that the kindness of God leads you to change you mind?” ~Apostle Paul

June 21, 2018

What is my attitude? How should I act? What do I think God has in store for me? Jesus calls …

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Goodness — Good Works will be Rewarded

June 14, 2018

In Galatians 5:22-23, Paul lists the “fruit of the Spirit”. “Fruit,” here, means “beneficial results,” the good things that come …

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Faithfulness — It is Seen to God as Marital Fidelity

June 9, 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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“A healthy tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a diseased tree bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire.” ~Jesus

June 3, 2018

Jesus is beginning to wrap up His manifesto. Jesus changed his brief metaphor from sheep and wolves to trees and …

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Peace — We Find it in the Teachings of Jesus the Messiah

June 1, 2018

The Apostle Paul alerts me that the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, …

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Patience — God is our Model for Patience

May 30, 2018

Who is my model for patience? God is patient, and His Spirit produces the fruit of patience in me. When I …

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Gentleness — The Gentleness of Jesus the Messiah

May 28, 2018

I wander off. I am wayward. I drift. It happens. It happens to others I know. What is my attitude? …

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Goodness – Good Works are a Characteristic of God

May 26, 2018

Goodness and good works are acts designed specifically to benefit others, which are characteristic of God. I can be good …

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Love — It Comes from the Holy Spirit. It is a Gift and it is a Fruit.

May 26, 2018

Where does love come from? Love comes from the Holy Spirit. It is a gift. It is fruit that grows …

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25 Mother Teresa Quotes about Living a Life of Purpose 

May 25, 2018

A Nobel peace laureate, Mother Teresa (1910–1997) was an Albanian-Indian Roman Catholic nun and missionary. For much of her life, Mother …

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“This is a wonderful time, and we had to celebrate. This brother of yours was dead, and he’s alive!” ~Jesus

May 25, 2018

There is good news, for all of us. Jesus has a heart for the lost and those who have missed …

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Faithfulness — The Proper Response to God by His Covenant People

May 24, 2018

Faithfulness is the proper response to God by his covenant people. It is seen in a steadfast commitment which reflects …

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“If you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” ~Jesus

May 24, 2018

Jesus continues the Manifesto. Jesus is teaching me how to pray. After the model prayer, Jesus emphasizes the importance of …

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Sanctification — It is the Work of the Holy Spirit

May 23, 2018

I avoid some things because they sound very geeky and smack of theology. Jesus talks about sanctification. Maybe I need …

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Self-control — It Affects the Whole Person Including Physical Self-control

May 21, 2018

Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit.  It is physical and emotional self-mastery, particularly in situations of intense provocation or temptation. It …

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God’s Goal — To Live with His People

May 21, 2018

God has goals in mind. He will accomplish them. When I miss God’s goal, that is known as sin. I …

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Kindness — God shows it to His people

May 20, 2018

I want the quality of compassion and generosity in my life. I need to learn how God loves the weak …

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“A gentle response defuses anger, but a sharp tongue kindles a temper-fire.” ~King Solomon

May 20, 2018

I have seen it way too often. Something that starts simple escalates. It turns into all out war. My drive …

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Peace — These Prophecies of Peace are Fulfilled in the Coming of Jesus the Messiah

May 18, 2018

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there …

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Joy — Disciples Have it Even in the Face of Opposition

May 18, 2018

Do disciples have joy even in the face of opposition? Absolutely we do. Jesus is kind and thoughtful. I know …

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Justice — Is justice declared through God the Father?

May 16, 2018

Is God fair? Yes. God’s justice is without any partiality. I can trust God completely. Being just Himself, God calls …

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“The Master is my light and my salvation —  whom shall I fear?” ~King David

May 16, 2018

I have a number of things I am afraid of. God is God and Jesus is working with me to …

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Gentleness – In Dealing with the Wayward

May 14, 2018

I wander off. I am wayward. I drift. It happens. It happens to others I know. What is my attitude? …

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Goodness — God is pleased with the good works of his people

May 3, 2018

How am I doing with being selfless on behalf of others? It is a pretty telling question if I answer it …

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Faithfulness — Is seen as steadfast commitment to God in unwavering devotion

May 2, 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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Self-control — The mark of a wise person and aspect of a disciples character

April 29, 2018

Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. It is physical and emotional self-mastery, particularly in situations of intense provocation or temptation. …

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Kindness — God shows kindness to all, evil and good.

April 27, 2018

In Galatians 5:22 we learn that “the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 …

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Peace — Through the Father’s provision for the believer

April 26, 2018

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there …

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Patience — Jesus the Messiah’s patience brings about God’s salvation

April 23, 2018

Jesus the Messiah supremely displays God’s patient character in his work of salvation. The patience of Jesus the Messiah is …

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Gentleness — In showing consideration to all

April 22, 2018

Gentleness is an expression of compassion, seen in God’s dealings with the frail and weak, and expected of believers in …

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God is good — God demonstrates His goodness in His actions!

April 15, 2018

God not only is good but more importantly, God does good. God acts on His goodness and demonstrates it to …

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“Your beauty and love chase after me every day of my life.” ~King David

April 15, 2018

This translation is from The Message. We all recognize Psalm 23. The traditional translation of verse 6 is “Surely goodness and …

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Goodness — God’s people are called on to do good works

April 9, 2018

How am I doing with being selfless on behalf of others? It is a pretty telling question if I answer …

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Is faithfulness encouragement to be trustworthy?

April 8, 2018

I am called to be faithful and trustworthy. I am challenged by this some days. When I think about it …

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Hope — Does God command it?

April 7, 2018

Dante passes through the gate of Hell, which bears an inscription ending with the famous phrase “Lasciate ogne speranza, voi …

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Self-control — A discipline that is hiding along with the other fruits of the Spirit of God

April 6, 2018

Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. It is physical and emotional self-mastery, particularly in situations of intense provocation or …

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Kindness — The kindness of Jesus the Messiah

April 5, 2018

I desperately need more kindness and compassion in my life. I need to judge less and love more. That is …

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“Happy are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth.” ~Jesus

April 3, 2018

Jesus is a kind, loving King. Jesus is not angry with me. Jesus wants me to be kind and gentle. …

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Gentleness — A mark and part of the character of a follower of Jesus

April 2, 2018

Gentleness is a mark and a part of the character of a follower of Jesus. We know from Galatians 5:22 …

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“Peace be with you!” ~Jesus

April 1, 2018

Here we are. It is “Resurrection Sunday”. I’m celebrating the resurrection of Jesus not bunnies and chocolate candy. That’s just …

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“Truly I tell you, this very night, before the rooster crows, you will disown me three times.” ~Jesus to Peter

March 29, 2018

Judas betrays Jesus. Peter and the others deny they know Jesus. Nobody is with Jesus at the end. I am …

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“What are you willing to give me if I deliver Jesus over to you?” ~Judas

March 28, 2018

According to the traditional interpretation of the Bible, Holy Wednesday is the day on which Jesus was anointed with spikenard during a …

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“Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow.” ~ God

March 25, 2018

What should followers of Jesus think about justice and the social justice movement? “If we take the Bible seriously then …

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God is Good – Would that explain why God is in a good mood and does good?  God is good y’all!

March 9, 2018

All God’s perfect qualities are made freely available to all for the benefit of the whole world. God is good. …

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Hypocrisy – What it is, why it is evil and hated by Jesus

March 8, 2018

Hypocrisy is an outward pretense masking an inner reality. Jesus condemns hypocrisy, especially in matters of faith. Followers of Jesus …

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“Dear friend, when you extend hospitality to Christian brothers and sisters, even when they are strangers, you make the faith visible.” ~Apostle John

January 30, 2018

John nails it, as always. John knows it is all about love. How many times does he remind me? Constantly. …

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“If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” ~Jesus

January 26, 2018

So Jesus was saying to those Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, then you are …

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I am compelled, by Jesus our Master, to drop everything that takes me away from talking and writing about the good news of life of salvation

January 6, 2018

I am compelled, by Jesus our Master, to drop everything that takes me away from talking and writing about the …

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“I tell you, whenever you did this for one of the least important of these followers of mine, you did it for me!” ~Jesus

November 23, 2017

Jesus is clear. There will be a day of judgement. We may prefer to believe it isn’t true but it …

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“And be thankful.” ~Apostle Paul

April 14, 2017

What is important in being thankful? After a long list on how I ought to live, Paul adds “and be …

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"When you’re kind to others, you help yourself; when you’re cruel to others, you hurt yourself." ~~King Solomon

January 27, 2017

Who do I think I am hurting? Cruelty is intended to hurt someone else. It actually backfires and hurts me. Jesus …

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“When the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.” ~Apostle Paul

June 19, 2016

It wasn’t that long ago that by missing God’s goal, I wasn’t living a very “smart” life. But God saved me from …

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“So clean house! Make a clean sweep of malice and pretense, envy and hurtful talk.” ~Apostle Peter

April 8, 2016

The culture of this world is full of malice, pretense, envy and hurting others. It can fill my life with …

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“I’m so grateful to the Messiah Jesus for making me adequate to do this work.” ~Apostle Paul

February 6, 2016

Gratitude goes a long way. The Messiah is the one who makes us adequate to do anything. It isn’t about …

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“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” ~Aesop

December 26, 2015

We are called to be people who are kind. It is a gift of the Holy Spirit, through the sacrifice …

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“God does both the making and saving.” ~Apostle Paul

November 25, 2015

God made us and God saves us. It is all his doing, through his son, the Messiah, Jesus. We have …

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“Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.” ~Apostle Paul

November 12, 2015

What happens when I live God’s way? (I am pausing here to think on this!!!) Jesus, the Messiah, brings gifts into …

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“Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them.” ~Apostle Paul

October 12, 2015

Our God is in an amazing mood. We must celebrate that all day long, every single day. Jesus, the Messiah …

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“So I greet you with the great words, grace and peace!” ~Apostle Paul

August 27, 2015

We need to get back to using blessings when we greet people and leave. How powerful it is to be …

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"But my purpose is not to get your vote. I’m speaking to you this way so that you will be saved." ~~Jesus

July 6, 2015

Jesus has a focus. He isn’t trying to be popular. He wants us to be saved from a life of …

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“Communism doesn’t work because people like to own stuff.” ~Frank Zappa

June 3, 2015

There is one thing about capitalism. It works. There is a lot about materialism that is problematic. That doesn’t mean, …

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