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Mature in Thinking as Christ Would Think
One of the main areas where the Holy Spirit causes us to grow like Christ is our minds. From Two Journeys…….. https://twojourneys.org/articles/detail/3658582/mature-in-thinking-as-christ-would-think/
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7 Tips for Reading the Book of Revelation
This is a really helpful article providing tips on properly reading the Book of Revelation. From OpentheBible.org……….. https://openthebible.org/article/tips-for-reading-the-book-of-revelation/
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5 Reasons Why the Resurrection of Jesus is Important
From Hope’s Reasons………. https://www.stephenjbedard.com/2015/03/23/5-reasons-why-the-resurrection-of-jesus-is-important/
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Creation and Application
This article digs in a little to the meaning of God creating humans “in His image.” From Knowable Word……….. https://www.knowableword.com/2024/03/29/creation-and-application/
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7 Lesser-Known Bible Characters with Powerful Stories
An enlightening overview of some of the more obscure people in the Bible. From Crosswalk.com……… https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/lesser-known-bible-characters-with-powerful-stories.html
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Atomic Habits and Bible Intake: How Tiny Changes Add Up
Most believers have issues having consistent and quality Bible study and Scripture reading. This article offers a strategy to build up the practice of Scripture immersion for everyone. From the Gospel Coalition……… https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/atomic-habits-bible/
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The God of Light
From the Westminster Theological Seminary, here is a brief article that focuses on the relationship between God and light………….. https://wm.wts.edu/read/the-god-of-light?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
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Mature in Faith’s Spiritual Vision | Hebrews 11:27
What does spiritual maturity look like? This article provides some clues. From Two Journeys…………. https://twojourneys.org/articles/detail/3124982/mature-in-faiths-spiritual-vision/?utm_source=Two+Journeys+Ministry&utm_campaign=46c66d8b4b-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_06_01_03_26&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_2d7a98f7f2-46c66d8b4b-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D
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Bible Q&A: How are Doubt and Unbelief Different?
Just because you have some doubts and questions about God and your relationship with Him, does not mean that you have lost your faith. From OpentheBible.org………… https://openthebible.org/article/bible-qa-how-are-doubt-and-unbelief-different/
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14 Reasons Humility Is Good for Building Up Your Faith
The older I get and the way of our world today, humility has become a rare trait. But God blesses and delivers the humble! From Bible Study Tools………. https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/14-reasons-humility-is-good-for-building-up-your-faith.html
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Maturing Christians Develop a Wealth of Rich Spiritual Experience | James 1:2-4
This article makes a great argument for the fact that every event in the life of a believer is superintended by God. From Two Journeys………. https://twojourneys.org/articles/detail/3113195/maturing-christians-develop-a-wealth-of-rich-spiritual-experience/
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Jesus, the Lord of Every Decision | Romans 14:7-9
This article reminds us that if we are serious about becoming more like Christ, then we need to ask Jesus to help us in our daily decisions. From Two Journeys………. https://twojourneys.org/articles/detail/3093584/jesus-the-lord-of-every-decision/
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Are We Really Supposed to Give Thanks ‘In Everything?’
Paul and Peter encouraged believers to give thanks to God in every situation. But how is that accomplished and why is it important! From Crosswalk.com………. https://www.crosswalk.com/church/giving/really-supposed-to-give-thanks-in-everything.html
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Your Shepherd’s Lovingkindness Pursues You
An encouraging word from Randy Alcorn on how God chases after us. We don’t need to cry and moan to get Him to come to us. From Eternal Perspectives Ministries…………. https://www.epm.org/blog/2024/Feb/2/shepherds-lovingkindness?fbclid=PAAaaBmmb-mN5w_tJgdXsh5_vNarVaHCt30d8mkFhMblJ4YFUV3-jqRieHeqM
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Jesus is our Solid Foundation — Dallas Willarf
https://link.biblegateway.com/view/5ef563cdde770e7b86421930kbx6t.9zx/fb7fe123
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10 Books of the Bible Christians Don’t Read Enough
Very informative article about books of the Bible that tend not to be read much, and especially not preached on! From Bible Study Tools…………… https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/books-of-the-bible-christians-dont-read-enough.html
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Meditate on Steadfast Love
The Bible tells us of God’s steadfast love for His children. This nice article looks at what this term steadfast actually means. From Spiritual Theology………… https://www.spiritualtheology.net/meditate-on-steadfast-love/
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What is Discernment? Understanding this Spiritual Gift
Discernment actually is a spiritual gift and we sure need more of it nowadays! From BibleStudyTools.com……. https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/understanding-the-spiritual-gift-of-discernment.html
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A Fresh Look at the Parable of the Prodigal Son
This parable of Jesus’s in the Book of Luke has informed and inspired believers for over 2000 years. A nice overview from BibleStudyTools.com………. https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/a-fresh-look-at-the-parable-of-the-prodigal-son.html
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8 Things You Might Not Know about the Epistle to the Romans
The book of Romans is so amazing because in it, the apostle Paul explains why we need forgiveness from God, and how to live our lives once have attained that forgiveness. From BibleStudyTools.com………. https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/things-you-might-not-know-about-romans.html
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Why are There So Many Bible Translations?
This article goes into some depth of the different types of Bible translations and choosing a translation that supplies the kind of biblical information one needs. From Crosswalk.com………. https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/why-are-there-so-many-different-bible-translations.html?utm_medium=fbpage&utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=theocwgroup&fbclid=IwAR08riJwdwE7ZZ6ESGGgKbQo2vVgnvurCqFIA46BzQXDV2TW2zOez21VCx8
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How God’s Presence, Provision, and Promises are Found in the Psalms
Although all of the Bible is God’s Word, there are definitely some parts that provide spiritual encouragement and a sense of God’s presence. See this article about the Psalms from Crosswalk.com………… https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/gods-presence-provision-and-promises-in-the-psalms.html
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4 Important Lessons on Fatherhood in the Bible
A nice, encouraging read for Father’s Day. From Crosswalk.com……… https://www.crosswalk.com/special-coverage/fathers-day/4-important-lessons-on-fatherhood-in-the-bible.html
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The Sword of the Spirit — What It is & How it Empowers Us
This is a short examination of the sword of the Spirit mentioned in the famous passage in Ephesians on spiritual warfare. From Logos.com……….. https://www.logos.com/grow/min-sword-of-the-spirit/?utm_campaign=blog-logos&utm_content=Facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_source=Facebook
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Rob Ventura’s Commentary on Romans, pt. 2 – Place For Truth
Here is Part Two of a new commentary on Romans 12……… https://www.placefortruth.org/blog/rob-venturas-commentary-on-romans-pt-2
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Rob Ventura’s Commentary on Romans, pt. 1 – Place For Truth
Place For Truth has begun a series of articles commenting on Romans 12. Here is Part One…………. https://www.placefortruth.org/blog/rob-venturas-commentary-on-romans-pt-1
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Your Face, Lord I Will Seek | Psalm 27
This article makes an interesting point – – – characters like David and Daniel seemed to have an inner GPS that points them to God in times of struggle. And we should work to install such a GPS in our own lives. From Two Journeys………… https://twojourneys.org/articles/detail/2906490/your-face-lord-i-will-seek/
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3 Powerful Ways the Holy Spirit is Active in our Bible Study
Our reading and studying of the Bible is not an academic exercise but rather is an encounter with God through the Holy Spirit. From Logos.com………… https://www.logos.com/grow/nook-holy-spirit-bible-study/?utm_campaign=blog-logos&utm_content=Facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_source=Facebook
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How to Read Wisdom Literature
This is a good, quick overview of tips to read the wisdom literature of the Bible effectively and appropriately. From Ligonier.org………… https://www.ligonier.org/learn/articles/how-to-read-wisdom-literature
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Sleep Beneath His Promises
Getting to sleep some nights can be difficult, as we wrestle with worry over finances, the kids, work and school. But the Psalms make the case over and over again that we can truly rest in God because of His care and love for us — that He has made promises of protection and provision…
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Faith has Questions
A nice devotion on why everyone has questions about life and God, but without some direct word from the Lord we may need to exercise our faith! From OpentheBible.org………… https://openthebible.org/open-the-bible-daily/faith-has-questions/?s=09
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Analogies for the Trinity Considered
A very interesting and illuminating article on one of the most perplexing aspects of our faith — God in three Persons. From Logos.com………… https://www.logos.com/grow/analogies-for-trinity/?utm_campaign=blog-logos&utm_content=Facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_source=Facebook
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You Stoop Down to Make Me Great | Psalm 18
This article focuses on Psalm 18 and it’s teaching that God meets us where we are and works with us from beginning to end. From Two Journeys……… https://twojourneys.org/articles/detail/2877830/you-stoop-down-to-make-me-great/
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How Long, Oh Lord | Psalm 13
This fine article tackles the issue of waiting on God. From Two Journeys…………… https://twojourneys.org/articles/detail/2867345/how-long-oh-lord/
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The Joy of Reading Revelation: Seven Reasons to Study the Apocalypse
A wonderful overview of this important book by bible teacher and author Nancy Guthrie. From Desiring God…………… https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-joy-of-reading-revelation
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Jesus Christ: Truly God, Truly Man
The Bible and Christian tradition affirms that Jesus was both fully God and fully human. But many heresies over the years have distorted and misrepresented the person of Christ. From Beautiful Christian Life……….. https://www.beautifulchristianlife.com/blog/jesus-christ-truly-god-truly-man
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How to Raise Your Son into a Godly Man
This is a really nice collection of tips and exhortations of how to raise a son to become a godly and mature man. From Crosswalk.com……….. https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/how-to-help-your-son-become-a-man.html
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How to be Motivated When You Don’t Want to Read Your Bible
This is an encouraging article that addresses the all-too-common struggle to maintain consistency and motivation in our Bible reading and study. From Crosswalk.com……….. https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/when-you-dont-want-to-read-your-bible.html?utm_medium=fbpage&utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=theocwgroup
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Praying the Names of God – – – Bright Morning Star
Some nice insights here from author Ann Spangler……….. https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/prayingnamesgod/praying-the-names-of-god-march-21.html
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4 Instances of God’s Help Through Deep Waters
There are several incidents in the Bible of God delivering His people through actual deep waters. And if He did that before, God can and will do so for you! From Crosswalk.com…………… https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/instances-of-gods-help-through-deep-waters.html?utm_medium=fbpage&utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=theocwgroup
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Disappointment with God — When God Doesn’t Do What You Expect
This is a helpful article for those times when God doesn’t act in the way we wish. Using the story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings, shows how we might all be tempted to despair when God doesn’t come through for us. From Logos.com……….. https://www.logos.com/grow/hall-disappointment-with-god/?utm_campaign=blog-logos&utm_content=Facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_source=Facebook
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When God Unfolds His Will in Pieces
This is a really excellent article from writer Tim Challies. Whereas God gave Moses very specific instructions for building the tabernacle, and He gave to David a blueprint for the temple in Jerusalem, we might wish God would display His plans to us beforehand. But God does operate like this with us………. https://www.challies.com/articles/when-god-unfolds-his-will-in-pieces/
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The Arrival of God’s Kingdom
This article does a nice job of explaining what God’s kingdom is, as well as it is “already and not yet.” From Beautiful Christian Life………….. https://www.beautifulchristianlife.com/blog/the-arrival-of-gods-kingdom
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How to Have a Holy Argument
Whether it be at home, at work, or at church, everyone experiences conflicts and disagreements are bound to occur. As believers, we should deal with others in a constructive and kind manner. From Logos.com…………….. https://www.logos.com/grow/nook-holy-argument-christian-disagreement/?utm_campaign=blog-logos&utm_content=Facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_source=Facebook
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God’s Grace Meets Us in our Regrets
This is a very helpful and encouraging article about living in regret of decisions made or not made. The hope is that God is sovereign and able to use our life decisions — good or bad — for His intended purposes for us. From the Institute for Biblical Counseling and Discipleship……….. https://ibcd.org/grace-meets-our-regrets/?fbclid=PAAaY0jE-B7tpXteUVnqenEwEKpjATblLIyM7iEJXsst33-CbVevgGeWSBpHI
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10 Truths About God’s Word From Nehemiah 8
God cares about His Word, and for that we should be grateful! From Knowable Word……………… https://www.knowableword.com/2023/02/13/10-truths-about-gods-word-from-nehemiah-8/
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Does God Give Us Grace for Tomorrow?
I tend to be an anxious person who sometimes thinks too much about the “what-ifs” of life. This article reminds us that God provides for us, even in our fears. From Looking to the Harvest…………… https://lookingtotheharvest.com/15-feet-ahead/
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Practicing Solitude and Silence — Dallas Willard
Practicing Solitude and Silence To put off the old person and put on the new we need only follow Jesus into the activities that he engaged in to nurture his own life in relation to the Father. Of course, his calling and mission were out of all proportion to ours, and he never had our…
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