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The Loving Discipline of God

The Loving Discipline of God
Punishment exacts a cost, some type of pain, as a result of an infraction. The penalty may deter someone, but it is the transgression that is being addressed. Discipline, however, addresses the transgressor. While there may be some pain involved, it is only allowed or used as means for training. The wages of our sin…
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The Earth Groans … For Now

The Earth Groans … For Now
For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until now. Romans 8:22 Groaning is an expression of pain, an ache so deep there are just no words. We brought about pain through rebellion from God. And the painful effects of sin touch, not only ourselves, but ripple throughout mankind. But…
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Embracing Young Disciples: Following Jesus’ Example

Embracing Young Disciples: Following Jesus’ Example
Jesus was about thirty years old when He began His public ministry and started gathering disciples. This fits with the cultural norm of when a rabbi would begin his work. It would also be the tradition to pick young men around the age of fifteen to join him. He would train them for fifteen years…
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One Body: Unity and Peace

One Body: Unity and Peace
… eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Ephesians 4:3 Paul is instructing us on how to walk in a way worthy of our calling. He mentions our manner – which is to be humble, gentle, patient and loving – and our goal which is to maintain unity. The unity mentioned here comes…
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