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Encouraging Message Series for Young Believers
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IN TOUCH DAILY: NOVEMBER 22
Reflecting God’s Goodness When it comes to flavor, salt brings out the best in what we eat. Without it, food is less enjoyable (and sometimes not even palatable). What’s more, going without salt for long enough can have detrimental effects … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: OCTOBER 26
How to Know You’re Saved 1 John 5:9-13 The most important issue we must settle in this life is our eternal destiny. Throughout history, local churches have been composed of both believers and unbelievers, and it’s often difficult to … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: SEPTEMBER 19
The Believer’s Valley Experiences Psalm 23 Have you ever had heartache so deep or hardship so difficult that it’s almost impossible to stand? Like a giant wave crashing on the shore, some trials threaten to overwhelm us. We all … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: AUGUST 18
A Life Focused on Christ Hebrews 12:1-3 A life of strong faith doesn’t happen automatically or without any effort on our part. Although we are not saved by our own endeavors, spiritual growth requires the appropriation of all the … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: AUGUST 9
Sunday Reflection: The Difficulty of Peacemaking Moments after teaching the Beatitudes in His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explained how His followers were to begin the work of making peace: Love your enemies, pray for those who persecute you, … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: MAY 11
Searching for Unforgiveness Luke 17:3-4 Unforgiveness is like fertile soil for a crop of noxious weeds. It is the source of much that can go sour in personal relationships and, therefore, impacts our relationship with God. Sometimes it’s disguised—for instance, … Continue reading
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