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3 Transformational Life Lessons from Haggai

Years ago, I participated in a Wednesday evening Bible study. Each week we slowly worked our way through scripture, one book at a time. As we were about to wrap up another book, I asked for suggestions as to which book was next. Someone piped up and suggested Haggai. So, that’s what we did. We…
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December 30, 2019 0

A Surprise Lesson from Amos – and a Little More

There is a lesson here that might take you by surprise. Amos is another of what we call the minor prophets. However, any prophet who hears a word from the Lord is pretty important in my book. The lessons in this book should make us pause and reflect. When we apply them to our lives,…
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September 17, 2019 0

3 Powerful Lessons from Joel

Have you ever really ventured into the Minor Prophets – those books from Hosea to Malachi tucked quietly into the Old Testament? Some of the books seem obscure but each has unique lessons to teach us. Here are three from Joel, and each is related to a promise. The Flip Side of the Promise We…
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September 3, 2019 0

Three Essentials Jesus Gave to Empower Growth

An abundant, growing and effective spiritual life is complex and requires many facets for healthy balance and development. Jesus frequently taught on related subjects to help his followers understand this. Listen to what he said here and then explore with me three essentials he gave us for spiritual growth. And he said to his disciples,…
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July 5, 2019 0