(Rom 12:1) The life of a believer is a living sacrifice. Communion: A quiet reverent reminder of what Jesus accomplished. Don’t let the world press you into its mold (Rom 12:2). God’s Word brings understanding (Ps 119:130).

(Ps 46:10) Stillness is often the most spiritual decision before a new beginning. New Year isn’t about escaping problems, but seeking spiritual truth. Regarding divorce, God points toward repair, not escape (1 Cor 7:11-12; Ps 37:7).

(Is 9:6) Christ truly entered human history. Comparing cultural Christmas to Biblical Christmas. Santa evaluates worth. Jesus gives worth (Lk 2:10-11).

Explanation of the hermeneutical approach to Jonah. Spiritual conflict often follows clear revelation (Jon 1:1). Agreement with God is not the same as obedience (Jon 1:2). God's purpose is global (Ps 67:2-3, 6-7).

(Mal 3:1) Preparing for the arrival of the Lord. God provides marriage to help us control desire (1 Cor 7:9). Separation is prohibited as the default response to problems (1 Cor 7:10). Obedience brings stability (Ps 128:1-4).

Our identity in Christ is in contrast to the world system (1 Jn 5:19). Find the truth revealed through Christ (1 Jn 5:20), and keep yourself from idols (1 Jn 5:21; Ps 73:25-26).

(Prov 16:32) True strength is to control your emotions. Communion: Jesus paid it all. Spiritual gifts in singleness and marriage (1 Cor 7:7). Singleness is permitted, not imposed (1 Cor 7:8). Trust God’s grace for your current condition (Ps 32:8-9).

God applies temporal correction to restore believers (1 Jn 5:17). Rest in God’s keeping and protection from the wicked one (1 Jn 5:18). Confession restores closeness and strength (Ps 32:3-5). Sins leading to death.

(Prov 25:28) Wisdom governs good decisions. Temporary abstinence in marriage is permitted only by mutual agreement for spiritual focus (1 Cor 7:5-6). God guides people relationally (Ps 32:8-9).

Because He hears, we know prayer requests are already in His hands (1 Jn 5:15). Believers are responsible to intercede for one another. Sin in the Christian life can lead to severe discipline, even death (1 Jn 5:16).