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New Covenant

Born Again

Sometimes, we come in contact with people who completely change our lives. It may be finding the love of our lives that we soon marry, have children with, and build a life together with. Or we may have life changing experiences, like health diagnosis, job opportunities, or moving to new areas. I Peter 1:3 says,Continue reading “Born Again”

Living Hope

According to the Map

I hike a lot of nature trails. Often, maps of these trails are available online. If the map is reliable and/or the trail is marked well, following the trail is usually easy. However, the maps don’t tell me about the hills, fallen trees, and other obstacles, making the trail more difficult. I must find theContinue reading “According to the Map”

Firm Adherence to Promises

Honor

Exodus 20:12 says, “Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.” Honoring our mother and father is something beyond giving them a special day once a year. We honor our mother and father by becoming the best person we canContinue reading “Honor”

Long Life

One Perfect Hack

A variety of sources offer us hacks to make life easier and better. The reliability of these hacks are in question, however. Also depending upon our specific situation, the hacks may not be useful or effective. One hack has proven faultless time after time. When facing struggles or problems, go to God. He has neverContinue reading “One Perfect Hack”

Fear Not

Account For Needs

Suppose someone generously set up a bank account for your needs. Everytime you had a need you could go to the bank and withdraw the necessary funds. However, if you just wanted some luxury item, your attempt to withdraw funds would be denied. This account would cover all types of needs; house and car repairs,Continue reading “Account For Needs”