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IN TOUCH DAILY: DECEMBER 5
Dealing With Immorality Colossians 3:5-11 How can you live a moral life in an immoral society? When the appeal of the world’s standards is strong, you may feel powerless to resist, but that’s not what Scripture teaches. Through Christ, … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: DECEMBER 4
Rejecting the Darkness Ephesians 5:1-17 The culture in which we live is characterized by spiritual darkness. Sadly, even those of us who are believers become so accustomed to the dark that we feel neither shocked nor shamed by much … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: DECEMBER 3
How Do We Follow Jesus? Matthew 4:18-25 When Jesus called His disciples, they immediately dropped everything and followed Him. We might think that following Christ was easier then because He was physically present with them. Those men walked with … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: DECEMBER 2
How to Pass Down the Faith 2 Timothy 1:1-7 One of our greatest desires as Christians is that our loved ones come to faith in the Savior. Although we can’t believe for anyone else, there are steps we can take … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: DECEMBER 1
A Lasting Heritage 2 Timothy 3:10-17 People go to great lengths to ensure that their property and wealth are bequeathed according to their wishes. But there is a much more valuable gift we can give others—“the wisdom that leads to … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: NOVEMBER 30
God Is in Control Psalm 103:19-22 In today’s psalm, David discusses a fundamental attribute of God: His sovereignty. This means God has complete authority and control over all human beings and every aspect of the universe. It also means that … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: NOVEMBER 28
Transformed by the Word Galatians 1:11-17 After Paul’s conversion, he disappeared for three years, during which the Holy Spirit instructed him in the ways of God. This was a critical time for his growth as a believer. The Lord speaks … Continue reading
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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 26
The Benefits of Gratitude Psalm 105:1-5 Thanking God glorifies and magnifies Him, but did you know doing so also benefits us? The Lord doesn’t need our gratitude, but as we give thanks, we become less selfish and more confident in … Continue reading
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