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Encouraging Message Series for Young Believers
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Tag Archives: purpose
Charles Spurgeon’s MORNING AND EVENING: AUGUST 2
MORNING “Who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will.” Ephesians 1:11 Our belief in God’s wisdom supposes and necessitates that he has a settled purpose and plan in the work of salvation. What would creation have been … Continue reading
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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: OCTOBER 22
Reassurance About Judgment 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 The Bible describes two kinds of judgments—one for those who don’t have a relationship with Jesus Christ and one for those who do. For believers, judgment is an evaluation of the person’s life. … 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: SEPTEMBER 8
God’s Purpose Romans 8:28-30 What is the purpose of life? Throughout human history, people have been trying to answer that question. Books have been written on the subject, and philosophers have postulated many answers. But for Christians, God’s purpose … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: AUGUST 21
Accountable to God Acts 24:24-25 Are you accountable to anyone? We all need accountability because it serves as a guardrail, keeping us on the right path. Some people act as if they answer to no one, and yet ultimately … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: AUGUST 8
The Final Exam 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 Upon completing our education, most of us are relieved not to have any more tests. However, our testing days are not quite over, because God has a final examination of sorts for believers. And … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: JUNE 26
The Difference Between Wants and Needs Psalm 34:8-10 Sometimes we confuse wants and needs. We can become so focused on our wants that they feel critical to our well-being. Then, when God doesn’t meet our “need,” we get angry or … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: JUNE 25
Feasting on the Word 1 Peter 2:2-3 Have you ever watched an infant eat? A baby clutches the bottle, smacks his lips, and makes noises of contentment. He thoroughly enjoys his milk. But there comes a time when milk doesn’t … Continue reading
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