Category Archives: family

relationships that reflect grace

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Ephesians 5:22-6:9.   The grace walk requires voluntary submission in all relationships. This is a means of obeying the command in 5:18, being filled with the Spirit. It is accomplished by submitting to one another. So, what follows should not be … Continue reading →

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let Christ reign today

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

1 Corinthians 7.  In a time of increased distress, Paul’s advice to the Corinthians is meant to give them the most happiness. He challenges them to consider the state they are in now.  Some are married, some are not. Some … Continue reading →

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preserving our brothers’ faith

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Romans 14.  The church in Rome consisted of fellowships and families dedicated to Christ, some of which were Gentile in  origin, and others Jewish, and others Gentiles who had been associated with Judaism before accepting Jesus as Messiah.  While all … Continue reading →

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family love

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Genesis 43.  This moving story of Joseph’s second encounter with his brothers reveals what has been going on in Joseph’s heart since they sold him into slavery.  You would expect Joseph to have harbored bitterness and hatred in his heart. … Continue reading →

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