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Destroyed by Lack of knowledge

A man may be ignorant of mathematics, astronomy, and geology, without suffering much; but to be ignorant of God, the chief and highest good, is to rob ourselves of happiness and expose ourselves to death.

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The Power of Jesus’ Resurrection

To know Christ! Without this relationship, without knowing the power of his resurrection, we will never have true happiness, we will never have true joy -- and we certainly will never accomplish anything of lasting value. Make knowing God and his resurrection power your aim -- and all these others will follow.

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Made Alive in Christ

Colossians teaches us WE ARE CALLED TO BE A NEW PEOPLE

Colossians helps us understand the authority and preeminence of Christ in all areas of life. 

Colossians warns against false teachings and encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith

Colossians teaches us how we are Reconciled and Redeemed from the power of darkness.

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“Come to Me”

Do you ever feel like you have reached the end of your rope and there simply isn't enough rope left with which to tie a knot?

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How far will God’s love go?

The Book of Prophet Hosea offers profound insights for those seeking a deeper spiritual life.

Hosea’s writings are a cornerstone in understanding Israel’s spiritual decline and God’s enduring love.

His personal experiences, particularly his troubled marriage to Gomer, deeply paralleled Israel’s unfaithfulness to God—marked by rampant idolatry and social injustices.

Its central messages—redemption, love, and the importance of true worship—resonate through the ages, providing guidance for personal transformation.

Hosea’s call to return to God with sincere hearts challenges us to examine our own lives and relationships.

In this exploration, we’ll delve into Hosea’s poignant teachings to uncover actionable wisdom for nurturing our faith and fostering spiritual growth.

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Godly Rest

Rest, draws us to remember His promises and reliance on His provision, and is ultimately a gift that leads to our joy and God’s glory.

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Don’t Deceive Yourself!

Many times we our unconcerned and unaware of the consequences we make by our attitude and decisions in life.

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Keeping Yourself Safe!

You and I never have to fall prey to the devil!

If we can shut every door, close every window, and seal every place in our lives through which the enemy would try to access us, we can prevent him from getting into the middle of our affairs.

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“The Love of Christ Compels Us”

Duty makes us do things well, but love makes us do them beautifully.

Love never asks, ‘How much must I do?’, but ‘How much can I do?’

Only love can enable us to bear and forbear, to give and forgive.

Love is absolutely necessary to empower us to be considerate, compassionate, and caring toward others.

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Pursuing Righteous Paths

When we follow the Lord’s instructions, we’ll have a sense of peace, contentment, and joy—even while walking through trials and suffering.

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The Point: Make God the focus of your life.

How: Pursue Godliness

Scripture:  2 Chronicles 14:1-7

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