#BibleVerses

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‭‭Matthew‬ ‭22:37‭-‬38‬ ‭NLT‬‬

[37] Jesus replied, “‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.’ [38] This is the first and greatest commandment.

https://bible.com/bible/116/mat.22.37.NLT

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The next time someone tells you that the Bible is just a book written by man, show them this.

This is a graph of all cross-references in the Bible.

A total of 63,779 cross references. If one man wrote a book that articulates, he would be considered the greatest composer the world has ever known.

But the Bible wasn’t written by one man. It was written by the Holy Spirit.

Then the Holy Spirit used 40 men, most of whom never met each other.

It was written in 3 different languages. On three different continents.

Over a period of 1,500 years. Without divine inspiration that’s absolutely impossible.

The Bible isn’t just a book. It’s 66 books that men wrote under the divine guidance of the Holy Spirit. It’s the living Word of God!

Read it, study it, and apply it! Then go share it with someone else!

And think about THAT for a Minute!

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"Therefore as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him,  having been firmly rooted and now being built up in Him and established in your faith, just as you were instructed, and overflowing with gratitude. See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception, according to the tradition of men, according to the elementary principles of the world, rather than according to Christ." - Colossians 2:6-8

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MANIPULATION

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You are never alone 📖

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Scripture on Hearing God's Voice 2/2

Romans 8:16 - "The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God."

James 1:5 - "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him."

Galatians 3:5 - "Does he who supplies the Spirit to you and works miracles among you do so by works of the law, or by hearing with faith?"

Isaiah 55:3 - "Incline your ear, and come to me; hear, that your soul may live; and I will make with you an everlasting covenant, my steadfast, sure love for David."

John 14:21 - "Whoever has my commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves me. And he who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and manifest myself to him."

John 1:1 - "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God."

Habakkuk 2:1-2 - "I will take my stand at my watchpost and station myself on the tower, and look out to see what he will say to me, and what I will answer concerning my complaint. And the Lord answered me: 'Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it.'"

Psalms 29:1-11 - "Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength... The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, the Lord, over many waters."

Psalms 23:1-6 - "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want... Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."

Psalms 85:8 - "Let me hear what God the Lord will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, to his saints; but let them not turn back to folly."

Proverbs 3:30-32 - "Do not contend with a man for no reason, when he has done you no harm. Do not envy a man of violence and do not choose any of his ways, for the devious person is an abomination to the Lord, but the upright are in his confidence."

Revelation 3:20 - "Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me."

1 Corinthians 14:1-5 - "Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy... The one who prophesies speaks to people for their upbuilding and encouragement and consolation."

Psalms 91:15 - "When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him."

Hebrews 2:1-3 - "Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it. For since the message declared by angels proved to be reliable, and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation?"

Acts 22:14 - "And he said, ‘The God of our fathers appointed you to know his will, to see the Righteous One and to hear a voice from his mouth.'"

Job 36:22 - "Behold, God is exalted in his power; who is a teacher like him?"

Hebrews 1:1-3 - "Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son... He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature."

Ezekiel 37:1-28 - "The hand of the Lord was upon me, and he brought me out in the Spirit of the Lord and set me down in the middle of the valley; it was full of bones... Then he said to me, 'Prophesy over these bones, and say to them, O dry bones, hear the word of the Lord.'"

Job 35:10-11 - "But none says, 'Where is God my Maker, who gives songs in the night, who teaches us more than the beasts of the earth and makes us wiser than the birds of the heavens?'"

Mark 9:1-50 - "And he said to them, 'Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power.'"

Revelation 1:3 - "Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near."

Hebrews 3:7-8 - "Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says, 'Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion, on the day of testing in the wilderness.'"

John 14:15 - "If you love me, you will keep my commandments."

Matthew 4:1 - "Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil."

Psalms 46:10 - "Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!"

1 Samuel 9:1-27 - (The story of Saul being anointed as king and listening to God's guidance through Samuel.)

1 Samuel 3:1-10 - "Now the boy Samuel was ministering to the Lord in the presence of Eli. And the word of the Lord was rare in those days; there was no frequent vision... And the Lord came and stood, calling as at other times, 'Samuel! Samuel!' And Samuel said, 'Speak, for your servant hears.'"

James 1:22 - "But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves."

John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."

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A gentle reminder.

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How to Draw Closer to God: A Path of Faith and Intimacy

Drawing closer to God is a profound desire that many of us experience at some point in our lives. The Bible offers clear and powerful guidance on how we can nurture this sacred and intimate relationship with our Creator. Here are some steps based on Scripture to help you draw closer to God.

1. Seek God with All Your Heart

Jeremiah 29:13 teaches us: “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” God wants us to seek Him sincerely, with an open and willing heart. This means putting God first in our lives and dedicating time to know Him through prayer and reading His Word.

2. Meditate on God's Word

The Bible is the primary way God speaks to us. Psalm 1:2-3 says: “But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither.” Meditating on God’s Word renews our minds and strengthens our faith, enabling us to live according to His will.

3. Pray Without Ceasing

1 Thessalonians 5:17 exhorts us: “Pray continually.” Prayer is our direct line of communication with God. Through prayer, we can express our thoughts, feelings, and needs to God, and also hear His voice and guidance. Prayer draws us closer to God and helps us develop a deeper intimacy with Him.

4. Confess Your Sins

To draw closer to God, we need to repent of our sins and seek His forgiveness. 1 John 1:9 assures us: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” Confession and repentance cleanse us from everything that separates us from God, restoring our relationship with Him.

5. Love Your Neighbor

Jesus taught us that loving our neighbor is a reflection of the love we have for God. 1 John 4:7-8 says: “Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.” Demonstrating love and compassion for others is a powerful way to draw closer to God, as we are living out His commandments.

6. Live in Holiness

God calls us to live in holiness, set apart for Him. 1 Peter 1:15-16 reminds us: “But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: ‘Be holy, because I am holy.’” Living a life that pleases God, obeying His commandments, and turning away from sin brings us closer to Him.

7. Trust and Have Faith

Hebrews 11:6 tells us: “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.” Having faith in God, even in difficult circumstances, is crucial to drawing closer to Him. Trust that God is with you in all situations and that He has a purpose for your life.

Conclusion

Drawing closer to God is a continuous journey of spiritual growth. By sincerely seeking God, meditating on His Word, praying, confessing our sins, loving our neighbors, living in holiness, and trusting Him, we build an intimate and deep relationship with the Lord. May these steps guide you to a life closer to God, filled with His blessings and love.

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‭‭John 10:10 AMPC‬‬

[10] The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows).

https://bible.com/bible/8/jhn.10.10.AMPC

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