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Be Holy

Be Holy
But as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, because it is written, “Be holy, for I am holy.” 1 Peter 1:15-16 What are you pursuing? What do you aspire to do or be? God told us clearly that we are to be holy. Holiness means to be…
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Fear Not

Fear Not
Life can be scary – with both real and perceived threats. And left to ourselves, there is good reason to fear. But God has said, “fear not.” This recurring theme tells me not only that fear is common, but also that fear is a choice.   Since fear is an emotion, on what basis should…
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Unanswered Prayer: The Graciousness of God

Unanswered Prayer: The Graciousness of God
God answers prayer because He is gracious. We see that in the accounts of Hannah, Simeon and Elizabeth to name just a few. But what about when the answer is no? Paul experienced a similar prayer journey as those I mentioned, praying fervently for a “thorn to be removed.” But the answer received was not…
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Patience in Prayer: The graciousness of God

Patience in Prayer: The graciousness of God
Do you have prayers that have been on your lips and heart for a long time? You are in good company. The Bible is full of people who experienced the same thing. It is easy to become discouraged or give in to doubt. I can wonder if there is something wrong with me that God…
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