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One Another

The Bible is full of instruction on how we, as the body of Christ, should treat each other. They can be called the “one anothers.” An important aspect about these passages is that they are a two way street – they are mutual. In order to fulfill them we need to be in community. Forgiving…
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The Joy of Good Works

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.  Ephesians 2:8-9 Our works do not earn our salvation but they do affirm it. In our merit-driven, individualistic society, it is sometimes difficult to comprehend such a gift…
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Clay Jars

But we have this treasure in clay jars, so that it may be made clear that this extraordinary power belongs to God and does not come from us.   2 Corinthians 4:7 Corinth had a history of wealth, and as a Roman Imperial city royal opulence was sure to be flaunted. No one would think to…
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Embracing Mystery

God is the answer. But God does not give all the answers. I used to think that since God is Truth my questions would be satisfied as I studied about Him. I have grown in my understanding of many things as I mature spiritually, but that which I don’t understand has increased even more. He…
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