Category Archives: relationship with God

raised up and seated

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

Ephesians 2:6-7 (JDV) Ephesians 2:6 He also raised us up with him and seated us with him in the sky realms in Christ Jesus, Ephesians 2:7 so that in the coming ages he might display the immeasurable riches of his … Continue reading →

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his body and fullness

Posted on September 2, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

Ephesians 1:22-23 (JDV) Ephesians 1:22 And he subjected everything under his feet and appointed him as head above everything for the congregation,1 Ephesians 1:23 which is his body, the fullness of the one who fills all things in every way. … Continue reading →

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the One Cared About

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

Ephesians 1:3-6 (JDV) Ephesians 1:3 The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ is to be applauded,1 who has endorsed2 us with every spiritual endorsement3 in the sky realms4 in Christ Ephesians 1:4 when5 he chose us in him, … Continue reading →

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additions that subtract

Posted on July 20, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

Galatians 4:8-11 (JDV) Galatians 4:8 But because you didn’t know God then, you were enslaved to natural creatures who are not gods. Galatians 4:9 But now, since you have discovered God, but more – you have been discovered by God, … Continue reading →

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from slaves to sons

Posted on July 19, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

Galatians 4:1-7 (JDV) Galatians 4:1 But I am saying that as long a time as the heir is a child, he does not differ at all from a slave, although he is the master of everything. Galatians 4:2 Instead, he … Continue reading →

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stand-alone gospel

Posted on July 6, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

Galatians 1:13-17 (JDV) Galatians 1:13 You see – you have heard about how I once behaved as a representative of Judaism: I intensely persecuted God’s congregation and tried to annihilate1 it. Galatians 1:14 I progressed in Judaism beyond many contemporaries … Continue reading →

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trust and enjoy

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

  Psalm 37:3-4 Psalm 37:3 Trust in Yahveh and do what is good; dwell in the land and live securely. Psalm 37:4 Enjoy Yahveh, and he will give you your heart’s desires. trust and enjoy The previous section warned that … Continue reading →

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fear lessons

Posted on May 12, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

  Psalm 34:11-14 Psalm 34:11 Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of Yahveh. Psalm 34:12 Who is someone who treasures life, loving a long life to enjoy what is good? Psalm 34:13 Keep your tongue … Continue reading →

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a faithful fear

Posted on May 10, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

  Psalm 34:4-7 Psalm 34:4 I sought Yahveh, and he answered me and rescued me from all my fears. Psalm 34:5 Those who look to him are radiant with joy; their faces will never be ashamed. Psalm 34:6 This poor … Continue reading →

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common denominator

Posted on May 9, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

  Psalm 34:1-3 Psalm 34:11 I will bless Yahveh at all times; his praise will always be on my lips. Psalm 34:2 My throat will boast in Yahveh; the humble will hear and be happy. Psalm 34:3 Proclaim Yahveh’s greatness … Continue reading →

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