“And if there be any blemish therein, as if it be lame, or blind, or have any ill blemish, thou shalt not sacrifice it unto the LORD thy God” (Deut. 15:21). These are the words Moses gave the Israelites before they crossed Jordan. Their sacrifices had to be the best. Seconds or leftovers would not work.
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My Best
Friday, March 12th, 2010What Can WE Do?
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory (2 Cor. 4:16, 17)
In chapter five of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians he directs them as to what they can do. He includes himself in a series of “we” statements. He answers the question as to what we can do.
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By Way of Example
Friday, March 5th, 2010“Now all these things happened to them as examples, and they were written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world are come” (1 Corinthians 10:11). The power of example can lead one to do good or evil. Whether we realize it we are following some example. It behooves us to choose wisely when it comes to following someone. In what direction are they headed? If we follow them what will be our destiny?
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The Importance of One Vote
Monday, March 1st, 2010 In 1776, English was chosen as the language of America over German by one vote. In 1880, after a tie in the Electoral College, the House of Representatives elected Thomas Jefferson by one vote. In 1868, President Andrew Johnson, was saved from impeachment by one vote. In 1878, Rutherford B. Hayes won the presidency over Samuel Tilden by one vote. In 1923, Hitler became leader of the Nazi party by one vote. In 1948, Lyndon B. Johnson became a Senator by one vote. California, Idaho, Oregon, Texas and Washington became states by one vote. One vote can change history and the world.
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Every Good Gift
Sunday, February 28th, 2010 “Every good gift and every perfect gift cometh down from above…” (James 1:19). Jesus came down from the Father. He is the greatest gift (2 Corinthians 9:15). What gifts does Jesus give?
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What to Do With the Bible
Sunday, February 28th, 2010 The Bible is the greatest book that has been written. It is inspired of God (2 Timothy 3:16, 17). It reveals to us the mind of God (1 Corinthians 2:13, Ephesians 3:3-8, 5:17). Since this book is so important what should we do with it?
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It’s Better to be RIGHT
Saturday, February 27th, 2010 Most folks are either right or left dominant. They may catch, sew or throw with one hand or the other. The same is true about ones feet. In connection with this thought is a chapter in the book of Leviticus. In six verses of chapter fourteen one finds “right” used over and over. One can only speculate as to why the right is chosen over the left. God chose to emphasize the right ear, hand and foot.
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What’s the Difference
Friday, February 26th, 2010Just for YOUth…
In Leviticus chapter ten we read of the account of Nadab and Abihu. They were killed for offering unto the Lord that which He commanded not (verse one). God is serious about what will and will not please Him (Heb. 11:6). How can we know what God desires and what He abhors?
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Be Faithful
Thursday, February 25th, 2010Revelation 2:10
Are you faithful? Do you know what is required to be faithful? It is God’s desire that we are full of faith (Heb. 11:6).
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The Value of Time
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010 The Super Bowl is one of the most sought after venues for companies wishing to reach the masses. Each year the price of a thirty minute commercial has gone up. This year three million dollars will be needed to buy a coveted spot. That means every second of a commercial is worth one hundred thousand dollars! Why are these companies willing to pay such an exorbitant amount? They expect to reap from what they have sown.
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