Friendship
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Harmony – Ephesians 2:14
What is so difficult that we cannot resolve if we will lay down our bitterness and pride and let the Spirit of God wash over us, dissipate our anger, and pour His love…
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Jesus Our Friend – John 15:15
Although the enemy of light taunts you in his desire to lure you off the path of righteousness and drag you into the swamp of spiritual paralysis or depression, ignore him. Though he…
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Taking Responsibility – Ecclesiastes 10:4
Most of us bristle under reproach, even when our missteps have provoked and inconvenienced another. Our wounded pride rises, readies us for battle, but if we will humble ourselves, obeying the leading of…
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Pettiness – Colossians 3:13
Although the Word instructs us to "do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, …and to regard one another as more important than ourselves," trivial complaints within the body of Christ abound, reflecting demeanor…
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Insult for Insult – 1 Peter 2:23
What person likes being demeaned? None with a sound mind, I would guess. Therefore, our natural retort is often quick and sharp when we perceive others are mocking or abusing us. After all,…
