By Andrew Williams “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved […]
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By Andrew Williams “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9) Good morning fellow disciples. In a world that is often fraught with uncertainty, adversity, and even persecution, the call to live
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By Andrew Williams “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart
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By Andrew Williams “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32) Good morning fellow disciples. As followers of Christ, we have been the profound recipients of God’s unmerited mercy and grace. Though we were once lost in our sin and rebellion, the Father sent His only
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By Andrew Williams “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6) Good morning fellow disciples. As followers of Christ, we are called to a lifelong journey of seeking and submitting to God’s
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By Andrew Williams “I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
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By Andrew Williams “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” (James 1:2-4) Good morning fellow disciples. In this life, we are
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By Andrew Williams “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” (Proverbs 16:9) Good morning fellow disciples. As human beings, we have a natural tendency to want to be in control of our lives. We make plans, set goals, and strive to ensure that everything aligns with our own vision
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By Andrew Williams “The proud look of man shall be brought low, and the lofty pride of men shall be humbled, and the Lord alone will be exalted in that day.” (Isaiah 2:11) Good morning fellow disciples. In a world that so often exalts self-promotion, personal accomplishments, and status, the call to humility can seem
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By Andrew Williams “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (John 13:34-35) Good morning fellow disciples. At the very
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