Jesus reveals the fruitlessness of Israel and reminds them, and us, that the way to God is available to all who will surrender to Him and submit to His will.

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In these last 5 chapters, there is no longer any judge mentioned. Nobody is being raised up to lead the nation. Darkness is setting in. We see things unraveling in greater ways in the home, in ministry, and in society.

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The Triumphal Entry establishes Jesus as the true King who comes in peace. However, not everyone was ready to receive Him in this way.

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Humility, as the world sees it in a Christian, is beating yourself up or looking down upon yourself. But humility is simply looking and being brutally honest about truly who God is and who we are.

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This parable is given in response to, and in the context of, Peter’s question from Matthew 19:27: “…See, we have left all and followed You. Therefore what shall we have?”. In Peter’s question there appeared a wrong motive for service. This parable provides some answers for us now and explains the right attitude in service.

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Long after the visits, and adulations, Mary’s heart would remain full with what she has received. Many people had not yet comprehended the magnitude of this moment. Many had not yet realized this birth signified the revelation and salvation of God. But Mary’s heart was rich with what she had witnessed. What was it that Mary treasured up in her heart?

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The Word became flesh is the central truth of Christmas. Jesus humbled Himself by taking on human nature and lived among us. He saved mankind from sin through His atoning death on the cross. Do you believe in the Jesus of the Bible?

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Living for the pursuit of earthly treasures can be a hindrance to heaven, whereas living for the pursuit of Jesus brings riches eternally.

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We continue our study in the life of Samson. He’s an interesting study in contrasts. He had the power to subdue the Philistines, but he didn’t have the power to subdue the flesh. And we’ll see more of these things as we continue in the sad sordid saga of Samson.

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The way into the kingdom of heaven is open to all, but entrance in is a matter of the heart. Those with open hearts to receive Jesus are invited in, while those with obstructed hearts are hindered from receiving Him.

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