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Luke was a Doctor, Barnabas had a Cousin: Nine Things We Wouldn’t Know without Colossians 4

An interesting article that delves into the importance of historical context to get more out of the Bible. From a professor at Talbot School of Theology……… https://kennethberding.com/2025/02/01/luke-was-a-doctor-barnabas-had-a-cousin-nine-things-we-wouldnt-know-without-colossians-4/

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How the “Crux Tool” Can Help You Understand Any Book of the Bible

Discovering the theme and the reason that the author wrote a book of the Bible can help in a better understanding of the message of each individual book, and a way of keeping track of the  message as you read through the book — especially with longer and more complicated portions of Scripture. From…

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Rahab and Her Encounter with the Spies

The story of Rahab and how she assisted the Israelite spies preparing to attack Jericho has always been of interest to me. She is even mentioned directly as an ancestor of Jesus. From Think and Act Biblically………. https://www.thinkandactbiblically.org/tuesday-rahab-and-her-encounter-with-the-spies/

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Centered Upon God - - - Dallas Willard

A key distinction of a child of light is found in the condition of their thought life. Therefore, it is essential that our initial investigation of our inner life centers on what we think about, or what is on our mind. Simply stated, children of light think about God. He is never out of their mind. They love to dwell upon God and upon his greatness and loveliness, as brought to light in Jesus…

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7 Ways Anticipation of Eternity Encourages Hope

Hope is something that all believers need to grow and live out of, as the Bible usually links hope with faith and love. From BibleStudyTools.com………. https://www.biblestudytools.com/slideshows/7-ways-anticipation-of-eternity-encourages-hope.html

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How to Cope With Disappointment as a Christian

Jesus warned us that “You will have trouble in this world,” yet in our weaknesses, we still struggle when trials and troubles come. From Bible Gateway…….. https://www.biblegateway.com/learn/voices/beautiful-disappointing-hopeful/

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Why Is Godliness with Contentment Great Gain?

This article delves into the statement that Paul made in 1 Timothy that godliness with contentment is great gain. An encouraging read from OpentheBible.org………. https://openthebible.org/article/why-is-godliness-with-contentment-great-gain/

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The Only Tears In Heaven | Tim Challies

There is no greater example of the tender mercy and care of God when, at the end, He will wipe away every tear. From blogger Tim Challies……….. https://www.challies.com/articles/the-only-tears-in-heaven/

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7 Short but Mighty Lessons from the Book of James

The Book of James in the New Testament is an enigmatic letter that is both practical and challenging. From BibleStudyTools.com……….. https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/7-short-but-mighty-lessons-from-the-book-of-james.html

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Why Is Godliness with Contentment Great Gain?

I think being content is a primary  way that we can honor God. From OpentheBible.org……….. https://openthebible.org/article/why-is-godliness-with-contentment-great-gain/

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How to Be a Hopeful Realist

I appreciate the tone of this article because reality can be tough, but with Christ we should always be hopeful. From Reflections………. https://reflections.org/how-to-be-a-hopeful-realist/

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God’s Aesthetic Delight

C.S. Lewis: “To please God, to be a real ingredient in the divine happiness; to be loved by God, not merely pitied, but delighted in as an artist delights in his work or a father with a son, it seems impossible, a weight or burden of glory which our hearts can hardly sustain. But so it is…….” https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/gods-aesthetic-delight/

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Big Bible Words: Righteousness

This is a very important term in the Bible, and everyone can benefit from a real understanding of righteousness  as used in Scripture. From Knowable Word……….. https://www.knowableword.com/2025/01/13/big-bible-words-righteousness/

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What If You Only Had One Week to Live?

“If we’re wise, we will live for the line instead of the dot.” What does this mean? Read the article by Randy Alcorn……… https://www.epm.org/resources/2025/Jan/27/only-one-week-live/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaGHLzsil1JyFDUyb91ApdxLjD3fWF2-goom5VRx5NtHkcVSfMl36lKgtE_aem_-eTMXZ0cuJ-agwRE7txS3g

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Cosmic Faith | Philip Yancey

Philip Yancey is one of my most favorite authors, and this wonderful essay that delves into the concepts of time and God’s relation to our physical universe……. https://philipyancey.com/cosmic-faith/

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The God Who Comes to Us

This article reminds us that our God is not remote so we do not have to chase after Him; rather our God comes to us and will one day come for us. From TheGospelCoalition.org…….. https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/god-who-comes/

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How to Enjoy the Psalms Even More

An informative piece on how to read the Psalms to enhance one’s appreciation and understanding of this most emotive section of Scripture.  From AP magazine out of Australia…….. https://ap.org.au/2024/12/26/how-to-enjoy-the-psalms-even-more/