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Encouraging Message Series for Young Believers
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Tag Archives: spiritual growth
IN TOUCH DAILY: NOVEMBER 24
Called to Serve Matthew 20:20-28 As believers, we seldom call ourselves “servants of Christ,” but that is exactly what the Lord tells us to be. After His disciples wrangled about who was the greatest, Jesus surprised them with a call … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: NOVEMBER 7
Preparation for Praise John 4:19-24 Worship service is a term often used to describe a Sunday morning gathering of a church. But is real worship actually happening there? God isn’t looking for attendees to fill up the pews; He’s seeking … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: NOVEMBER 5
Growing Through Our Adversity Philippians 1:1-11 One of the best ways to improve your prayer life is by imitating prayers in Scripture. Consider starting with Paul. When you read the prayers in his letters to the churches, you will … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: OCTOBER 21
Inheriting God’s Promises Hebrews 6:11-12 In the Bible, God made many promises because He loves to bless His children. But that doesn’t mean such blessings automatically belong to us. How can we claim His promises and petition Him with … 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: JULY 17
The Benefits of Fasting Matthew 13:1-23 In the parable of the sower, Jesus teaches that it takes good soil to produce a plentiful harvest. He advises against planting seed on the rocky places and warns about dangerous thorns that choke … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: JANUARY 8
Responding to Life’s Storms Psalm 107:23-32 How do you react in a thunderstorm? Do you tremble under the covers in fear? Or do you recall the words of Psalm 29: “The God of glory thunders … The voice of the … Continue reading
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DAILY HOPE: SEPTEMBER 2
Create a Spiritual Growth Chart “It’s crucial that we keep a firm grip on what we’ve heard so that we don’t drift off” (Hebrews 2:1 The Message). As you grow to spiritual maturity, you will have to cooperate with God … Continue reading
DAILY HOPE: MARCH 30
Your First Purpose Is to Be Loved by God “We love because he first loved us” (1 John 4:19 NIV). A man once came into my office and said, “I’m a Christian, but I don’t feel like I’m going anywhere … Continue reading
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