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The Power and Wisdom of the Golden Rule

Jesus’ words in Luke 6:31, “Do to others as you would like them to do to you,” encapsulate one of the most profound principles of human interaction. Commonly known as the Golden Rule, this teaching is simple yet deeply transformative. … Continue reading

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The Blessing of Reading One Chapter of Proverbs Per Day

Years ago, I read that Billy Graham followed a simple yet profound Bible reading habit: he read one Psalm, one chapter of Proverbs, and a passage from both the Old and New Testaments every day. Inspired by his example, I … Continue reading

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The Treasury of the Heart: What’s Flowing from Yours?

Jesus said in Luke 6:45, “A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart, and an evil person produces evil things from the treasury of an evil heart. What you say flows from what is in … Continue reading

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The Power of Patience: Strength Greater Than Power

Proverbs 16:32 says, “Better to be patient than powerful; better to have self-control than to conquer a city.” In a world that prizes instant results, quick success, and forceful leadership, this verse offers a countercultural truth: patience and self-control are … Continue reading

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Rejoice in the Wife of Your Youth: A Lifelong Love Story

Let your wife be a fountain of blessing for you. Rejoice in the wife of your youth. May you always be captivated by her love. (Proverbs 5:18-19, NLT) In a world where love is often seen as fleeting, where relationships … Continue reading

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Restitution: Making Things Right

One of the powerful yet often overlooked principles in Scripture is restitution—the act of making amends for a wrong committed. In Leviticus 6:1-5, God commands that anyone who has stolen, defrauded, extorted, or lied must return what was taken and … Continue reading

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How a Pastor Can Grow a Church: Lessons from the Parable of the Growing Seed

One of the most encouraging parables Jesus told about the Kingdom of God is found in Mark 4:26-29: “The Kingdom of God is like a farmer who scatters seed on the ground. Night and day, while he’s asleep or awake, … Continue reading

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10 Keys to Growing a Small Church

Working in a small church is a special privilege. It’s intimate, personal, and often deeply fulfilling. However, small churches often face unique challenges when it comes to growth. Whether your goal is numerical growth, deeper discipleship, or both, here are … Continue reading

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Why Does God Limit Our Lifespan?

In Psalm 90, Moses prays, “Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom” (Psalm 90:12, NLT). These words, penned thousands of years ago, are still profoundly relevant today. They invite us to reflect … Continue reading

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The Rewards of Following Jesus

Peter’s bold question to Jesus—“We’ve given up everything to follow You. What will we get?”—reveals something deeply human about our journey of faith. We long to know that our sacrifices, our efforts, and our obedience have meaning. Jesus’ answer, found … Continue reading

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