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To people who are feeling guilty and condemned, John offers reassurance. They know they have sinned and Satan (called “the accuser of our brothers and sisters ” Revelation 2:10) demands the death penalty for them. When you feel this way, don’t give up hope–the best defense attorney in the universe is pleading your case, Jesus… Read more
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When my momma was angry at me she would say “you’re enough to make a preacher cuss!” I probably was and my husband will still agree with her even now! Yet, Momma also always reminded me I could do anything I put my mind to. She had plenty of “sayings: “If you want something done… Read more
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Study of The Gift of Imperfection – Brene’ Brown, Phd Love is the most important thing in our lives, a passion for which we would fight or die, and yet we’re reluctant to linger over its names. Without a supple vocabulary, we can’t even talk or think about it directly. Diane Ackerman Diane Ackerman If… Read more
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John, one of the original twelve disciples is the apostle of love, and love is mentioned throughout this letter to the Gentile congregation he is writing to. John uses simple words to reassure Christians in their faith and to help them identify false teachings. Jesus is the word of life. I am writing about my… Read more
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Week of February 22-26, 2021 Monday: Exploring the Power of Love, Belonging, and Being Enough Tuesday Defining Love and Belonging Wednesday Practicing Love and Belonging Thursday Discuss 1 John 4:4 But you belong to God, my dear children. You have already won a victory over those people, because the Spirit who lives in you is… Read more
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Jesus told the disciples that false teachers would come (Matthew 24:11), Peter had listened. Peter gives three warning signs for identifying false teachers: They condone immorality. (Wickedness) Greed. They serve God to promote their own identity. Lying. They twist the scripture to suit their own agenda. Peter reminds us God did not even spare His… Read more
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Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2 Courage, compassion with boundaries and connection. Do you need ordinary courage to help carry others burdens? It takes great courage to ‘put yourself out’ and help others. When you allow yourself to share and help others with ordinary… Read more
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God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. Faith in God should result in loving action toward others. Results of faith in God include: Moral Excellence (doing what is right, avoiding what is wrong) Knowledge (growing in the wisdom of God) Self Control (not letting our emotions control us) Patience (wait… Read more
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In the book ‘The Gift of Imperfection.’ Brene’ Brown defines connection “ as the energy that exist between people when they feel, seen, heard and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.” When do you feel connected to others? Do you think there… Read more
For Real, Elaine?! 