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Ian

Ends and Returns

Psalm 126; Acts 1:3–11; Revelation 1:4–18 (read online ⧉) I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was…

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Faithfulness Remembered and Expressed

Psalm 119:9–16; Haggai 2:1–9; John 12:34–50 (read online ⧉) Haggai's message was to encourage people who were feeling worn regarding the temple and its rebuilding. While the people of Israel were rebuilding their lives, the restoration of the temple was not moving as well. There…

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Knowledge and Knowing

Psalm 119:9–16; Isaiah 43:8–13; 2 Corinthians 3:4–16 (read online ⧉) The predominant view in the Old Testament is that human holiness can only be obtained by thoroughly understanding and internalizing God's ways can walk in concert with God. The psalmist discusses guarding one's way, treasuring…

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Separation Anxiety

Psalm 19; Acts 7:30-40; Exodus 19:9-15 (read online ⧉) When we talk about holiness or being holy, we have to start with God. We talk about each of us being unique, yet God is even more so. God was not created. God did the creating.

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Promises, Promises

Genesis 21:1-7; Psalm 105:1-11, Psalm 102:12-28; Hebrews 1:8-12 (read online ⧉) God is a promise-maker. God is a promise keeper. He promised Abraham and Sarah that there would be a child of theirs. Fulfillment was a long time coming, and at a time they thought…

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