We all know how troubling things can seem in this world in which we live. We are surrounded by trouble: past, present and future. Despite what the optimism of humanity might proclaim there has been no sign of anything changing much at all. It is the same old story again and again. Part of the same old story is that this world will never understand. The world is in the dark and cannot be trusted.

"Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners" (1 Timothy 1:15). The gospel is the good news proclaiming that God can make things right again. Just like the light that penetrated the first creation brought order and goodness, the light of the gospel will bring new order and new goodness. There will be new creation in anyone who might bow to The God of Salvation.

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All of human history, from beginning to end, may be understood by all those who will take the time to study God’s word. God’s word is the Bible. The Bible reveals exactly what this world needs. It reveals the deepest part of human nature. For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to the dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and intents of the heart (Hebrews 4:12-13).

This is a miracle that is open to all who will take the time and give the effort to receive what God has revealed. However, it will take a humble heart that is open to receive. May more bow and allow God’s word to penetrate their hearts. Amen.

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Most all of us are susceptible to discouragement. At one time or another we may have suffered from the "I'm-all-alone" syndrome. There is probably nothing worse than the discouraging thoughts that enter our minds when we feel that we are all alone in the midst of life's struggles. It is during these times that we need to lean, not on our own feelings, but on God's Word.

God himself said, "I will never leave you nor forsake you" (Hebrews 13:5). Jesus said, "I am with you always, even to the end of the age" (Matthew 28:20). Jesus said, "I will give you another Counselor to be with you forever, the Spirit of Truth" (John 14:16). We have a triune promise of help and encouragement. The disciples had just experienced the horrendous events surrounding the crucifixion of Jesus. Yet, God’s grace revealed what was God’s plan all along.

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It is very common to think of Christianity as a religion. A religion can often be thought of as something we do, or something that we must orchestrate ourselves. If this is true, then we are the ones who are running things.

What makes Christianity different is that we do not, and cannot, store it way with all the other religions of the world. We learn that there exists a Sovereign Lord of the universe who is separate from any religion that exists in this world. This Sovereign Lord calls people out of this world. Once so called, we no longer have a religion that is run by humanity. We have a relationship that is alive by the power of God. We are saved through the sacrifice of Christ and made alive through the power of the Holy Spirit.

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Jesus entered our world under the authority of God Almighty. It was all planned and authorized from The Throne of God. God’s number one plan is to bring salvation to all who are willing to receive.

It is only natural for all people to want to rule and reign over their own lives. It all started in Genesis 3 and it still with us today. It’s only natural. The number one environmental problem on earth is sin. Sin is so bad that it is very natural for this world to deny that sin even exists. One day time will cease to exist for every person. No one will live forever on this earth. This is why NOW is the time to receive God’s gift of new life. God has authorized his salvation through Jesus Christ. This offer is a miracle available to all under the authority of God Almighty.

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We have some interesting holidays on our calendar. We can get a little numb to them and not think much about them. We are born surrounded by holidays and we have grown up with them. Soon it becomes our turn to run the holiday program. It's that time of the year again - a holiday season. It is time for Thanksgiving. We have turkey, pies, candy and then, there's football.

Thanksgiving is a disciple that is not often thought of as a discipline. But when circumstances do not go our way, the disciple of giving thanks might be the way to turn things around. God's Word has a little help to give our discipline of giving thanks a boost. "Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus" (1 Thess. 5:18).

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Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible. There are 22 stanzas with eight verses in each. Every verse will begin with the same Hebrew letter that is assigned to that stanza. Every verse can be divided into two halves with each half reflecting back to the other half. Psalm 119 is a hymn to God’s Word. Many terms are used for God’s Word such as: commands, laws, precepts, promises, decrees and statutes.

We started working our way through Psalm 119 about seven years ago. Today, we celebrate as we dig into the last stanza. The last verse could be said to sum up all the previous verses. It speaks of God’s promise to bring his healing and his redemption to all who will turn to him in repentance. I have strayed like a lost sheep. Seek your servant, for I have not forgotten your commands (Psalm 119:176).

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Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible. There are 22 stanzas with eight verses in each. Every verse will begin with the same Hebrew letter that is assigned to that stanza. Every verse can be divided into two halves with each half reflecting back to the other half. Psalm 119 is a hymn to God’s Word. Many terms are used for God’s Word such as: commands, laws, precepts, promises, decrees and statutes.

We started working our way through Psalm 119 about seven years ago. Today, we celebrate as we dig into the last stanza. The last verse could be said to sum up all the previous verses. It speaks of God’s promise to bring his healing and his redemption to all who will turn to him in repentance. I have strayed like a lost sheep. Seek your servant, for I have not forgotten your commands (Psalm 119:176).

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People have many ideas about Jesus Christ. The Mormons consider Jesus to be the spirit brother of Satan. This would mark Jesus and Satan as being equals. The Jehovah’s Witnesses proclaim that Jesus is merely on of God’s created beings. This would mark Jesus as being less than God. Muslims view Jesus as one of God’s great prophets, but nothing more than human. Christian Science portrays Jesus as one who was keenly aware of his Christ-spirit a spirit that is within all of us. Many atheists believe that Jesus was just a regular fellow who happened to have the misfortune of getting on the losing side of some political unrest.

The most reliable testimony to the true nature of Jesus Christ is the Bible. The Bible is a miracle of revelation for all who will humble themselves to search for the reality of God’s holy truth in his Word.

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People have many ideas about Jesus Christ. The Mormons consider Jesus to be the spirit brother of Satan. This would mark Jesus and Satan as being equals. The Jehovah’s Witnesses proclaim that Jesus is merely on of God’s created beings. This would mark Jesus as being less than God. Muslims view Jesus as one of God’s great prophets, but nothing more than human. Christian Science portrays Jesus as one who was keenly aware of his Christ-spirit a spirit that is within all of us. Many atheists believe that Jesus was just a regular fellow who happened to have the misfortune of getting on the losing side of some political unrest.

The most reliable testimony to the true nature of Jesus Christ is the Bible. The Bible is a miracle of revelation for all who will humble themselves to search for the reality of God’s holy truth in his Word.

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