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Encouraging Message Series for Young Believers
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Tag Archives: worship
IN TOUCH DAILY: NOVEMBER 27
It Is Good to Give Thanks Psalm 92:1-5 Have you ever wondered why the Bible repeatedly tells us to give thanks to the Lord? The main reason is because He deserves it. He created you and keeps your heart beating, … 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: OCTOBER 31
God Is Good to All Psalm 118:1-4 God is good. We see evidence of this everywhere we look. We might wonder why good things happen to bad people, or why bad things happen to Christ followers. However, no matter … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: OCTOBER 4
Sunday Reflection: Remaining Faithful in Persecution Early Christians were arrested, tortured, and even executed for refusing to worship the Roman emperor and his gods. Perhaps Caesar would have spared their lives if only they’d have been willing to bow … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: SEPTEMBER 24
God Alone Deserves Worship James 4:4-8 For us, jealousy isn’t attractive, but for God, it’s a holy attribute. God is unhappy when we worship anyone besides Him. Only He deserves our praise. When reading in the Old Testament, we … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: JUNE 30
The New Testament Church Matthew 16:13-18 Today the word church is often used differently than the way Scripture defines it. We tend to think of a building with a steeple, a morning or evening service, or even a potluck get-together. … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: MAY 25
Turning Our Back on God 2 Chronicles 33:1-25 Hezekiah was a god-fearing king who brought about reformation. His son Manasseh, however, was an evil ruler. He had watched his father walk with God and live according to Scripture. Yet he … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: MAY 10
Sunday Reflection: The Blessing of Perspective It’s easy to get wrapped up in the rhythms of daily life—jobs, family and social commitments, homes, to-do lists, and even time-consuming distractions. We go from one thing to the next, usually focused on … Continue reading
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