Author Archives: Jefferson Vann

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About Jefferson Vann

Jefferson Vann is pastor of Piney Grove Advent Christian Church in Delco, North Carolina.

empty or pure?

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240124 empty or pure? James 1:26-27 (JDV) James 1:26 If anyone thinks he is religious but does not control his tongue, his religion is empty and he deceives himself.James 1:27 Pure and undefiled religion before God the Father looks like … Continue reading →

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reflect the word

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240123 reflect the word James 1:21-25 (JDV) James 1:21 Therefore, ridding yourselves of all moral filth and the evil that is so pervasive, humbly receive the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.James 1:22 But reflect the word … Continue reading →

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gut response

Posted on January 22, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240122 gut response James 1:19-20 (JDV) James 1:19 My dear brothers and sisters, you should know this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,James 1:20 because human anger does not accomplish God’s righteousness. gut … Continue reading →

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first of the harvest

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240121 first of the harvest James 1:16-18 (JDV) James 1:16 Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers and sisters.James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, who does not change like shifting … Continue reading →

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mile markers

Posted on January 20, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240120 mile markers James 1:12-15 (JDV) James 1:12 The one who endures trials is fortunate because after he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who care about him.James 1:13 … Continue reading →

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time’s revelation

Posted on January 19, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240119 time’s revelation James 1:9-11 (JDV) James 1:9 Let the brother of humble circumstances be grateful for his exaltation,James 1:10 but let the rich be grateful for his humiliation because he will pass away like a flower of the field.James … Continue reading →

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the faith balance

Posted on January 18, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240118 the faith balance James 1:5-8 (JDV) James 1:5 But if any of you needs wisdom, he should ask God — who gives to all generously and without shame —and it will be given to him.James 1:6 But let him … Continue reading →

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the joy of tests

Posted on January 17, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240117 the joy of tests James 1:2-4 (JDV) James 1:2 Regard it all as joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you experience various trials,James 1:3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.James 1:4 And let endurance … Continue reading →

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planted everywhere

Posted on January 16, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240116 planted everywhere James 1:1 (JDV) James 1:1 James, a slave of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ: To the twelve tribes planted everywhere. Greetings. planted everywhere Penny and I have a place where we put garden vegetables in … Continue reading →

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here’s how we did it

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240115 here’s how we did it Psalm 150:1-6 (JDV) Psalm 150:1 Praise Yah! Praise God in his sanctuary. Praise him in his strong expanse.Psalm 150:2 Praise him for his powerful acts; praise him for his abundant greatness.Psalm 150:3 Praise him … Continue reading →

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