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Advent Weekly Themes, Daily Scriptures From Dr. James Leonard I expanded Pastor Dr. James Leonard’s Advent recommendation by supplying the Scripture reading and placing each day on a separate page. I’m starting this late because I did not realize that there were more than 25 readings. I have had to include the first few…
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Theme: What is heaven really like? Objectives: Know: Heaven will involve a new earth that is full of the goodness of God and will be devoid of any of the negative effects of sin. The new earth will include the things of this world restored to fulfill their purpose. Think: As an eternal being,…
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I am including a link to a downloadable document outlining my answers to ordination questions. The questions are from a Christian Missionary and Alliance site and reflect their beliefs. Since I am a Free Will Baptist, there are some questions I did not answer. I am not ordained. I wanted to answer the questions…
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Theme: How does prayer work? Objectives: Know: Prayer is an amazing God-given privilege we should exercise often. Think: Maintain an attitude of prayer in assurance that God hears and will answer. Do: Follow the biblical guidelines for prayer and make it a priority in Christian living. Scriptures: Matthew 7:7-11 Romans 8:26-27 Ephesians 6:18 Jude…
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Theme: What is the truth about the devil? Objectives: Know: The devil and other demons are real. God created them as good angels, but they rebelled against God and were cast out of Heaven. They seek to oppose the work of God and hinder a believer’s walk with Christ. Think: Be constantly alert to…
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Theme: What is the truth about angels? Objectives: Know: God created angels to serve as His messengers and to worship Him. Think: Live in the awareness that I am in the presence and protection of God’s messengers. Do: Follow the example of the angels in faithful service and worship of God. Scriptures: Colossians 1:16-17…
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Theme: God met the needs of His people Objectives: Know: God met the needs of the Israelites when He provided bread from heaven and water from the rock. Think: Have the mindset that you are under the constant, attentive care of your heavenly Father. Do: Thank God for His provision and obey His Word…
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He really makes a good point especially the point that we are to sing with and to each other to edify, not entertain. “Colossians 3:1616 Let the message about the Messiah dwell richly among you, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, and singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, with gratitude in your…
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Theme: God demonstrated His power Objectives Know: God parted the sea to deliver the children of Israel from the armies of Egypt. Think: Be at peace with the assurance that God is in control and will accomplish His plan. Do: Fight the urge to doubt God when faced with difficulty and uncertainty. Trust Him…
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Theme: God delivered His people Objectives: Know: God struck down the firstborn of Egypt but passed over the Israelites who sacrificed a lamb and applied its blood to their doorposts. The yearly Passover celebration was instituted. Think: Abide in the confidence that Christ’s blood covers your sin and protects you. Do: Trust in Christ,…