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Jehovah Mekoddishkem – The Lord Who Sanctifies You

Jehovah Mekoddishkem – The Lord Who Sanctifies You
To be sanctified is to be made holy or set apart for God’s purposes and glory. The name Jehovah Mekoddishkem is a name that God declares of Himself, making clear that it is His work to sanctify. You are to speak to the people of Israel and say, “Above all you shall keep My Sabbaths,…
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Love casts out Fear: Loving others well

Love casts out Fear: Loving others well
There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love. 1 John 4:18 When we love someone, we are able to go to incredible lengths for their benefit. Not only do we put in time and effort for their…
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Love Casts out Fear: Experiencing the Love of God

Love Casts out Fear: Experiencing the Love of God
There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love. 1 John 4:18 When someone loves us, we should not be afraid of them. Yet because those that love us are imperfect, they may occasionally cause us harm. That…
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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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