Tag: superficial Christianity
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1/6/25 Bible Thought: The Motive of the Heart (Matt. 6)
Reading Time: 3 minutesMatthew 6 continues Jesus’ famous “Sermon on the Mount” where He gives instructions on what the life of discipleship under Him ought to look like. Although there are quite a few themes that are brought up, the chapter begins with a stark warning. “Beware!” Jesus says. This word means, “to be in…
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12/28/24 “Leftovers for God” (Mal. 1-4)
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe prophet Malachi’s writing lacks clear signs as to when his ministry occurred, but many believe based on some contextual evidence that he served approximately 80 years after Haggai and Zechariah. Malachi addresses a group of Israelites whose worship, although present, was lacking in many ways. I want to focus on the…
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12/17/24 “Hard Truth for Itching Ears” (Amos 4-7)
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe prophet Amos pronounces one of the most intense messages of judgment upon Israel in the bible, he certainly doesn’t pull any punches! After addressing other nations, we see his focus on the northern part of Israel and the message begins with a call for them to wake up. Their lives were…