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Ian

Discerning Differences and Spirits

2 Timothy 3:1–9, Hebrews 12:11–15 (read online ⧉) Every generation (so far) says of the one to follow has said at least one of the lists in 2 Timothy about the generation that follows. It’s not that there isn’t truth to it, yet it is…

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Ian

Mocking Truth?

Luke 23:32–43, 2 Peter 3:1–18 (read online ⧉) Humor can be cruel. Often it is aimed at an individual who is different than us. Sometimes cruel humor helps us avoid our own insecurities. Humor can be quite painful at times. However, it the cruelty that…

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Ian

Look at Me! Or Not…

Luke 18:10–14, 1 Corinthians 1:26–31 (read online ⧉) This passage in Luke, rightfully, is often used in the church to admonish the people about how they view other Christians. This passage speaks truth to the world, no matter their beliefs. Almost every person is a…

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Ian

Sinning Fear

Hebrews 10:26–11:1, 1 Corinthians 10:1–14 (read online ⧉) When we read verse 26 many people will become consumed by fear. There are a lot of people who were taught (and are being taught) that if you confess your sins (usually at church) then commit one…

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Ian

What Kind of Light is That?

Psalm 89:4–37, Matthew 5:13–16, Philippians 4:4–9 (read online ⧉) Psalm 89 talks about people who walk in the light of the face of God. This is somewhat associated with both Moses having to wear a veil (Exodus 34:29–35 ⧉) and the Levitical blessing (Numbers 6:22–27…

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