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Category Archives: commitment
being led by the Spirit
Galatians 5:16-26. Paul tells the Galatians to walk by the Spirit. That means letting the Holy Spirit be the controlling power in their motivations, and the deciding influence in their actions. That is being led by the Spirit (18), which … Continue reading
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choosing God on his terms
Galatians 4. You and I have to make the same choice as the Galatians did. We can decide to do our best, and hope that God accepts it. That is the choice of Hagar, of Ishmael, of the letter, of … Continue reading
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in step with the gospel
Galatians 2:11-14. When he encountered Peter’s hypocrisy, Paul could have done the same thing Peter did, claiming Peter’s authority. That would have been the easy thing to do. But there was a lot at stake here. It was not just … Continue reading
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proof of commitment
2 Corinthians 10:13-12:13. Paul’s opponents in Corinth probably boasted that they were more committed to Christ and the churches than Paul was. After all, he was only a part-time itinerant missionary, but they demonstrated their commitment by staying among the … Continue reading
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stumped
Isaiah 6. King Uzziah had lived his final ten years as a leper, with his son Jotham taking his throne instead. In contrast to the earthly king’s shame, Isaiah sees the glory of the heavenly king, who is always on … Continue reading
commitment to integrity
Psalm 101. David’s ten “I will’s” here reflect a commitment to integrity and foreshadow the ministry of Christ. He will sing to the LORD (1) He will ponder the blameless way (2) He will walk with integrity of heart (2) … Continue reading
results of rebellion
Isaiah 5. Israel is portrayed as a vineyard, and the prophet decries the fact that the vineyard produced the wrong crop: wild grapes. They rebelled against the master’s intentions. He “looked for justice, but behold, bloodshed; for righteousness, but … Continue reading
the time LORD
Psalm 100. LORD, you were there at the creation of Adam, lovingly creating humanity and calling us to a relationship with yourself. You are GOD.You will be there to the end because your steadfast love endures forever, your faithfulness will … Continue reading
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good news and bad news
Isaiah 2. The prophet has good news and bad news. First, the good news. The light of the LORD will some day bring peace between the nations, ending the need for swords and spears. The prophet calls on God’s people … Continue reading
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they heard his voice
Psalm 95. The Israelites heard God’s voice one day,and he said “keep going, I will sustain you.” But all their fear said “we have no water. ” Later, they heard his voice, and it said “take the land.” But their … Continue reading
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