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Our scripture this morning is Galatians 1:10-12 (NLT). Obviously, I’m not trying to win the approval of people, but of God. If pleasing people were my goal, I would not be Christ’s servant. Dear brothers and sisters, I want you to understand that the gospel message I preach is not based on mere human reasoning. …
Our scripture this morning is Matthew 6:31-34 (NLT). So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and …
Our scripture this morning is Philippians 1:4-6 (NLT). Whenever I pray, I make my requests for all of you with joy, for you have been my partners in spreading the Good News about Christ from the time you first heard it until now. And I am certain that God, who began the good work within …
Our scripture this morning is Ephesians 3:16-18 (NLT). I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong. And may you …
Our scripture this morning is Psalms 139:13-14 (NLT). You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb. Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous—how well I know it. While the entirety of scripture is about our connection to God, Psalms often …
Our scripture this morning is 1 John 4:15-16 (NLT). All who declare that Jesus is the Son of God have God living in them, and they live in God. We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his love. God is love, and all who live in love live …
Our scripture this morning is Romans 12:11-13 (NLT). Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically. Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying. When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality. Paul has a number of Proverb-like …
Our scripture this morning is Psalms 59:16-17 (NLT). But as for me, I will sing about your power. Each morning I will sing with joy about your unfailing love. For you have been my refuge, a place of safety when I am in distress. O my Strength, to you I sing praises, for you, O …
Our scripture this morning is Luke 6:27-28 (NLT). But to you who are willing to listen, I say, love your enemies! Do good to those who hate you. Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who hurt you. Jesus has some very challenging things to say to the crowd gathered to hear His Sermon …
Friends, my brother’s arm is healing and his wife returns today. Thank you for your prayers and your patience. I’ll be back in Omaha tomorrow. Bless you all this Sabbath, may you feel God’s love and share it with everyone! Our scripture this morning is 1 Peter 2:24-25 (NLT). He personally carried our sins in …