Resources tagged with “New Testament”

As stewards of the gospel, Christians are called to share in Christ's afflictions in order to take His gospel to the nations.

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Dr. Bitner reads through the letter of James in its entirety in this special morning devotion.

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In the story we see the hopelessness of seeking salvation through the law and the beauty of salvation found in Jesus Christ. He is the merciful king who seeks, saves, and loves us.

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James compares two forms of God’s law, the royal law that condemns us for just one sin and the law of liberty by which God shows us mercy. We who are under the latter law must speak and act mercifully.

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James teaches how hearing God’s word and responding to it ought never be separated and how seeing and remembering who we are as sinners and objects of God’s grace draws the two together.

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At the halfway point of my ministry career, Lord willing, I will reflect on a few hard lessons learned about ministry and myself as I relate to Simon P in the gospel of Luke.

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God wants you to rejoice during trials and produce the character trait of perseverance. Continue

Jesus raises a question in Jn 14:2 that stresses both his faithful words to his loved ones and the trustworthy promise of a future home with God for them. Continue

With a seemingly inappropriate question, Jesus reveals his tender bedside manner and powerful comfort towards us in the face of death. Continue

Ministry Occurs in a difficult setting. The forces of hell are set up in opposition to the church, but Jesus' promise gives us confidence. He says, "I will build my church." Continue

Christians are called to be lovingly devoted to Christ's church as they are the temple of his dwelling. Continue

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