God hates prejudice and His love knows no partiality. Quite the opposite is true. God rejoices in our uniqueness – He created us that way! We are to love others with the same appreciation and goodness that God loves us.

prejudice, partiality, God's love, uniqueness, diversity

Key Verses: 1 Samuel 16:7, Galatians 3:26-28, James 2:1-2, James 2:1-9, James 2:3-4, James 2:8, Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 28:18-20, Philippians 2:3-4

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You can’t just read a how-to guide to fix a problem. You have to follow the steps and put in the work. The same is very true for our Spiritual lives. Don’t just read the Bible – do what it says. Staying humble and focusing on God can help temper our anger and other character struggles.

new operating system, humility, anger, Bible, doing not just hearing

Key Verses: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, James 1:19-21, James 1:22-27, James 3:13-18, James 5:18-20, Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 13:20, Proverbs 14:12

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Temptation is something we all face and many of us struggle with in one form or another. There are deliberate steps we can take to help ourselves and others. As our faith is strengthened by endurance, we gain the self-control to remain strong.

temptation, endurance, self-control, strength

Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13, 1 John 1:9, 1 Peter 4:1-3, 2 Timothy 1:7, Hebrews 3:13, Hebrews 4:15, Isaiah 53:6, James 1:13-16, James 2:14-17, James 5:16, Matthew 26:41, Matthew 3:13

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Trouble will be part of our lives until history wraps up or we die. James’ letter gives us the tools we need to find joy, rather than being derailed by trouble each and every time it arrives.

trouble, joy, faith, tools for trials, perseverance

Key Verses: 2 Corinthians 12:10, 2 Corinthians 1:3-6, Galatians

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The early followers of Jesus faced trouble, persecution and suffering. This letter contains truths that strengthened and sustained them. While times are very different, these very same truths can speak to us today!

early followers, trouble, persecution, suffering, faith

Key Verses: Acts 1:14, Galatians 5:22-23, James 2:14-20, Mark 3:21, Matthew 13:55, Proverbs 3:5-8

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We are on an epic journey – one that requires endurance, strength and integrity. Even Jesus (who was perfect) knew He needed to surround himself with a team of committed followers to fulfill His purpose. Being connected with others who are heading in the same direction is a powerful resource in making lasting positive changes.

community, teamwork, endurance, strength, Great Commission

Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 1:9, Ephesians 1:21-23, Hebrews 10:24-25, Matthew

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Some of us grew up experiencing prayer in a more formal, ritualistic way. The truth is, God wants us to stay in regular communication with Him, and that means talking to Him as you would a trusted family member or friend. Jesus gave us an example of how to pray that was meant to help us grow into a more personal dialogue with the One who loves us the most.

prayer, communication with God, Lord's Prayer, talking with God

Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Corinthians 8:6, 1 John 1:9, 1 Peter 5:8, Ephesians 4:32, Galatians 5:22-23, John 16:27, Matthew 6:9-15, Matthew 7:7, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 93:5, Revelation 15:4, Revelation 17:14, Romans 1:7

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Positive and lasting change can only come from a position of honesty with ourselves and others. Sometimes letting go of unrealistic and even harmful facades can leave us open to new beginnings. Jesus said “the truth will set us free,” and the Bible has every tool we’ll ever need.

truth, positive change, honesty, facades, Jesus sets free

Key Verses: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Galatians 5:22-23, John 17:13-19, John 17:17-19, Joshua 1:8

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If we sit and rest on our mistakes, we will surely fail. Instead, if we choose to learn and grow, we can find our way to a path that leads to success. All it takes is some humility, repentance, and possibly facing some hard truths.

not over til it's over, learning from mistakes, humility, repentance

Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13, 2 Timothy 4:10, Acts 12:12, Acts 13:13, Acts 13:4-5, Acts 15:36-40, Galatians 5:22-23, Isaiah 1:18, Isaiah 57:15, Jeremiah 29:11-13, Matthew 11:28-30, Philemon 1:23-24, Proverbs 3:5-7, Psalm 139:23, Psalm 66:10

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Living in the past is a dangerous trap. Learning from our mistakes and experiences is important, but we are not meant to stay there indefinitely. Jesus invites us to off-load our guilt and shame to discover real freedom.

letting go of regret, past, mistakes, shame, guilt, Jesus, freedom

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