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The Arch of Triumph

Just outside of the Colosseum in Rome are massive arches built by the emperors in the Roman Forum. Five arches were built but only three remain. These arches were built to commemorate various victories and events in Roman history. The … Continue reading

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“Follow Me” Luke 5:27-32

About 60% of the human body is water. We lose water simply by breathing. We lose water by sweating. We lose water when we use the bathroom. We are constantly losing water. That’s why health professionals tell us that the … Continue reading

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Heavenly Minded Colossians 3:1-10

The expression “get your head out of the clouds” refers to someone who has such lofty hopes and dreams and aspirations that he or she might not have their feet planted in reality. You can’t have hopes that extend beyond … Continue reading

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JESUS PROCLAIMS THE KINGDOM Matthew 4:23-25

Jesus has just begun His public ministry. Our text is one of many in which Matthew gives a quick summation of His work (see, for example, 9:35). Let’s discuss a few points from the text and draw some applications. Jesus … Continue reading

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“Searching For Lost Time”

Years ago, my sons and I went hiking at Grayson Highlands State Park in Virginia.  They were teenagers at the time with more energy than me, so I waited as they explored an extension of the trail.  They returned with … Continue reading

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Christianity in Community 1 Corinthians 12

Several weeks ago now I wrote about one of my ministry “mantras”: At the center of Christianity is a cross. Another personal mantra says, “God designed Christianity to be done in community.” The first portion of the statement honors God’s … Continue reading

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Wake Up! Romans 13:8-14

Jesus will come back unexpectedly… Matthew 24:36, 42, 44, 50; 25:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:2-4; 2 Peter 3:10. Jesus could not be any clearer. There are no signs of His return. Let’s keep this in mind as we move into our … Continue reading

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Pray for Wisdom to Avoid War

Otto von Bismarck, in 1850, was a 35-year-old deputy in the Prussian parliament. Germany was divided into several smaller, weaker states and were threatened with war by Austria, to their south. Prince William wanted to go to war. War fever … Continue reading

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THE LORD WILL GO BEFORE US

In Deuteronomy 1, the Israelites are standing on the doorstep of entering into the Promised Land. Moses is explaining the Law that God had given to him and to Israel. He explains in verse 8, that God said, “See, I … Continue reading

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“This Is Paradise?”

Gatlinburg, Tennessee is a vacation destination.  In fact, it’s listed as one of the top ten destinations in the entire U.S.  It is completely surrounded by the Great Smokey Mountains National Park, the most-visited National Park in the U.S.  Gatlinburg, … Continue reading

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