'Weekly Wisdom Winnows' from Lisa Mendenhall 
God Wants…WHAT?
God wants so much for you to get a revelation, a understanding, a personal knowledge of how much He loves you. We throw the word love around so loosely these days that it truly has no real meaning anymore.
If I were to ask most people, “what does it mean for God to love you? Tell me in your own words HOW MUCH God… [
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'Relationships, The Heart of Jesus' from Nancy Watta Where Is Our Hope?As a christian I wanted to stand up and shout to the 100 people in attendance, "Don't listen to these men! There is a hope and that hope is found in Jesus Christ! He is our answer in a world that seems to be shaking apart at the seams." Instead I prayed through the entire meeting and prior to my leaving… [
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'Can God Get Glory from My Life?' from Dominique Henderson To Be Truly Independent…To be Truly FreeWhat do you want with us, Son of God…Have you come here to torture us before the appointed time? Matthew 8:29
These are words I find myself saying too often. In a story of economic loss, torment and affliction I find common ground with two demon-possessed men. My spiritual malady causes me to ask,… [
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'Refreshment in Refuge' from Gina Burgess Your prayers won't get off the ground
1"Shout! A full-throated shout!
Hold nothing back--a trumpet-blast shout!
Tell my people what's wrong with their lives,
face my family Jacob with their sins!
2They're busy, busy, busy at worship,
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'Christ in You...' from Dale Krebbs Works Of Grace (2)
Today we will continue our examination of 2Peter, chapter 1. This section of God’s inspired word is perhaps one of the most profound, straightforward, and clear instruction about the purpose and meaning of the Christian life in the Bible. It reveals what Jesus Christ would have us be doing with whatever amount… [
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'W.O.W. Lifestyle (Women Of the WORD)' from Carmen Schroeder Which SEVEN Do I Choose?
These six things the LORD hates, Yes, seven are an abomination to Him. A proud look, A lying tongue, Hands that shed innocent blood, A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that are swift in running to evil, A false witness who speaks lies, And one who sows discord among brethren. -… [read more]
'Thoughts of a saint and slave' from Sam IsaacsonOriginally posted Jul 5, 2008The armour of God - Ephesians 6Well, this is the last week in this series on Ephesians, and the classic passage from chapter six is the armour of God - I love it and think it's one of the most important passages for a Christian's daily walk - I thought it would be great to focus on one article in the armour, but here's the full passage because… [
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'Bible verse and quote' from Jan CounsOriginally posted Jul 4, 2008Bible and Quote November 5-9Jonathan made a covenant with the house of David . Now Jonathan . caused David to vow (in agreement with the covenant), because he loved him; for he loved him as he loved his own soul. 1 Samuel 20:1
The value of a friend comes and goes, but mutual commitment holds the relationship together.
(after Jonathan… [
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'Point of Reference' from Fred PriceOriginally posted Jul 4, 2008Contrary Relationships Maintaining successful relationships can be difficult, the Bible being the place to learn how to develop them to the highest degree. But there is scripture that seems contrary in it’s depiction of our relationship to God in comparison to the love we have for our families, friends, and… [
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'Chip Shots from the Ruff of Life' from Tom KellyOriginally posted Jul 3, 2008High in Spiritual ProteinOur society has gone low carb crazy. With the influx of Adkins and South Beach diet enthusiastists, people are weighing in on the benefits of lowering the intake of carbohydrates. I can stand in testimony that as long as you stay on the diet you will lose weight and be able to manage it. But if you go off the… [
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'Dose of Truth' from Brent BarnettOriginally posted Jul 3, 2008God's Sovereign Timetable
Waiting is a tough task, yet patience (i.e. longsuffering) is a desired fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). So, in other words, God’s purpose is to allow situations to come about in our lives which will require us to wait. As we walk by faith and by the Spirit, He will enable us to have patience and thereby… [
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'10 Minutes Peace' from Susan McGrathOriginally posted Jul 3, 2008Reverse! Reverse!"God uses reverses to move us forward" was the message I recently read on a church sign. Hmm . . .
Perhaps that's why I sometimes feel like I am slipping. Ha! I guess this little proverb made me think of my driveway in winter. We live near the top of a hill, so we see our share of drivers attempting to forge… [
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'Heart to Heart' from Pat ChwialkowskiOriginally posted Jul 2, 2008I Still Do
In 1977, Jimmy Carter became our 39th president, the first Rocky movie was made, disco was the dance craze, Elvis Presley died, and my husband and I got married. What a year that was!
Just recently Kirk asked me if I knew everything that I know now, would I still have married him. Without hesitation, I… [
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'In the Word' from Chuck LivermoreOriginally posted Jul 1, 2008A Voice in the WildernessNow this is the testimony of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, "Who are you?" He confessed, and did not deny, but confessed, "I am not the Christ." And they asked him, "What then? Are you Elijah?" He said, "I am not." "Are you the Prophet?"… [read more]
'Nairnshire Telegraph' from Sandy ShawOriginally posted Jul 1, 2008PassoverIt is Passover, when we recall how two million Hebrew slaves were set free from bondage in Egypt.
Our gracious God speaks to Moses and gives him a word.
There will be no loss of life when God’s Word is obeyed.
Moses is commanded to instruct the people of God to take a wholesome spotless unblemished male lamb. Offer… [
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'Quiet Time' from Kasia KedziaOriginally posted Jul 1, 2008Earnest Conqueror In a recent conversation I was asked about the meaning of a word. In my arrogance and need to appear in control I answered to the best of my ability but did not in fact look the word up. Luckily the friend I was speaking to did look it up, and as he read the words on the page each one struck my proud heart like a rock against… [
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'Word from Scotland' from Sandy ShawOriginally posted Jun 30, 2008There Is A Reason For Knowing What Is In The Word Of God And Why It is There We are studying in Luke Chapter 11 and at verse 13 we read of Jesus Christ saying to His disciples - how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him.
This is one of the greatest gifts any man or woman can receive - the gift of the Holy Spirit. To receive that anointing - to receive that… [
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