Sincere Love
I am not commanding you, but I want to test the sincerity of your love by comparing it with the earnestness of others. For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich. 2 Corinthians 8:8-9 REFLECTION If you could find the perfect litmus test for sincere love, what would it be? Several years ago, a young woman took a trip to California. After a couple of days of h
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What is True Love Anyway?
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 To read all of 1 Corinthians 13, click here: 1 Corinthians 13 REFLECTION With Valentines Day only 10 days away, it g
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Inviting - Letting Go of the Outcome
“So go to the street corners and invite to the banquet anyone you find.” So the servants went out into the streets and gathered all the people they could find, the bad as well as the good, and the wedding hall was filled with guests. Matthew 22:9-10 To read the whole parable about the wedding banquet, click here: Matthew 22:1-11 REFLECTION As someone who is a self-proclaimed introvert, the idea of inviting others often feels daunting. When God placed the word “Invite”
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The Knock at the Door
Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with Me. Revelation 3:20 REFLECTION by Mary Alice McGinnis How do you react when someone unexpectedly knocks on your door or rings your doorbell? Are you immediately suspicious, wondering whether the person at the door wants to sell you something or harm you in some way? Is your inclination to make sure the curtains are pulled and then ign
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