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2015 is almost over. 2016 will soon arrive. With it comes anticipated changes. Undoubtedly it will also bring unexpected, unwanted changes as well. How do you enter a New Year confident that all truly will be well?
In Hebrews 13:5-8 emphasizes how in the midst of a changing world Jesus Christ Remains the Same! |
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Does Jesus really know the troubles you are going through? Can he really relate to you? Can he truly give comforting words in the midst of changes?
In Hebrews 2:10-18, you get to put what you see on Christmas Day into your present-day Christian life. After all, Why is Jesus Born? |
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Does God reign today? Does it ever appear that darkness is winning and that God is losing? Does it seem like ungodliness will ultimately conquer our world?
In Isaiah 52:7-10, you see how Christmas demonstrates that Your God Reigns! |
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"May there be peace on earth!" That phrase is heard during Christmastime. Does there always appear to be peace? Do you feel at peace?
See in Micah 5:2-5, Does Christmas Give You Peace? |
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Life does not always give a reason to rejoice, does it? Disappointment, failure, fear often causes sadness-- not joy. If that is true, why does God tell you to "Rejoice!"-- even today?
In Zephaniah 3:14-17 God answers that question: "Why Rejoice?" See the reasons he gives! |
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Are you good at waiting patiently? Children have difficulty waiting for Christmas. Do Christians have difficulty waiting for Jesus' second arrival?
In Malachi 3:1-4, see The Messenger Comes! to prepare hearts and to proclaim forgiveness! |
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How do Christians get ready for Christmas? Jesus has already been born. He has already suffered and died. He has already entered heaven. So, what is it that Christians prepare for during this Christmas season?
In Luke 21:25-36 you see how you prepare for Jesus' coming. Jesus urges you to Stand Alert! The Son of Man is Coming! |
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Why give thanks? Why rejoice? Rejoicing comes only after you have received something. Have you? Certainly you have many things, but what about those times when life holds its seemingly empty hands out in the hope of receiving something? Why rejoice?
In Philippians 4:4-7 the apostle Paul gives the motivation to Rejoice Always! |
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Does Jesus only reign in heaven? Does he care about the things that happen on earth? in society? in your life?
In John 18:33-37 you see Jesus humiliated in unimaginable ways, suggesting that he truly has no power. Yet, behind the shame and suffering, lies King of your life. See the True Reality! |
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Jesus reveals signs which point to his second coming. Those signs rage all around us. What do you anticipate to happen next? How do you react to an event that has yet to take place?
In Daniel 12:1-3 God urges you to Remain Wise in these Last Days! |
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"Jesus will come to judge the living and the dead." Christians have confessed that truth for centuries. Judges have two verdicts: "Not Guilty!" and "Guilty!" As you look ahead to the Last Day, which verdict will you hear?
Hebrews 9:24-28 deals with that question and answers: What Judgment Rests on You? |
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Christians have always face anti-Christian persecution, battled false teaching, and watched as many ignored the Bible's teachings. Sometimes it appears as though God's Word is weak to accomplish anything.
In Revelation 14:6-7, God's messenger calls every Christ to Take Heart! The Eternal Gospel Remains! |
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By nature, thinking involves seeking what we stand to benefit from helping others. Sometimes we might feel that if we benefit little, then there is no use in serving.
In Mark 10:35-45, Jesus flips selfish thinking on its head. Pointing to his death on the cross, he shows how The Son of Man Serves You! |
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What is the most valuable thing in your life? Try as you might, the heart can love only one thing and one thing only. That treasure is revealed when the heart is tasked with leaving it behind.
In Mark 10:17-27, Jesus asks you to check where your valuables stand in relation to him. Who Do You Love Most? |
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Many couples want to know the secret to a happy marriage. How are marriage troubles fixed? What makes couples grow stronger together? What has to be done to make marriage perfect?
In Genesis 2:18-24, a perfect God begins a perfect relationship. This perfect relationship between God and man equips people to answer: What Makes Marriage Perfect? |
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Jealousy causes harsh words, hurt feelings, and separation. It can even fuel prideful unbelief.
In Mark 9:38-50, Jesus removes every jealous root by bringing us peace with God. The peace of our forgiveness then asks the question Are You at Peace with Each Other? |
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How do you share your faith with a nonbeliever? Do you expose sin and reveal God's forgiveness? Are you willing to share that truth even if people laugh at you, insult you, or even hurt you? How can you share your faith when you feel like you stand alone?
In Jeremiah 11:18-20, God reminds Jeremiah and you "You Never Share the Truth Alone!" |
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Sometimes Christians live with struggles. Most painful are the struggles which come as a result of listening to God. Christians feel lonely, defeated, sapped.
In Mark 8:27-35, your Jesus shows your his victory over death by the cross, showing how you are now connected to his cross. |
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God speaks in the Bible. You read the Bible. You understand what God says. Now what? How does God wish for us to respond?
In James 1:17-27, James holds up the mirror of God's Word, asking how we respond to what God says. |
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How do I view God's unchangeable Word in an ever-changing world with ever-changing situations?
In Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8, God tells us what we gain from listening to his Word. |
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Jesus speaks and people leave him-- and not just a small group. Thousands do not want to hear what he has to say. Does that still happen today?
In John 6:60-69, hear Jesus' unique teaching. |
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