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Romans 12:2

Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.  Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is — his good, pleasing and perfect will. … Continue reading

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Ephesians 6:10-12

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against … Continue reading

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1 Thessalonians 5:18

No matter what happens, always be thankful, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. The more time we spend giving thanks, the more at home we will feel in God’s presence.  ~ Dr T. Evans … Continue reading

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Psalm 8:6

You made them rulers over the works of your hands; you put everything under their feet: There is an aspect of God’s plan that empowers us to rule over our surroundings. In other words, there are things that God delegates … Continue reading

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Song of Songs

Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot wast it away. Do something unexpected for your spouse. Keep your relationship from becoming boring.  ~ Dr T. Evans Iowa Web Network This article is subject to Creative Common License. You can reproduce … Continue reading

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Luke 8:14

As they go on their way they are choked by life’s worries, riches and pleasures, and they do not mature. Used improperly, credit cards operate a lot like sin: enjoy now, pay later.  ~ Dr T. Evans Iowa Web Network … Continue reading

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John 15:9

“As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love.” We often hear about having a heart that loves God, but have we thought much about living in the love that God has for … Continue reading

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Psalm 18:16-17

He reached down from on high and took hold of me; he drew me out of deep waters. He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from my foes, who were too strong for me. This Psalm brings us back to … Continue reading

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Acts 1:15-17

In those days Peter stood up among the believers (a group numbering about a hundred and twenty) and said, “Brothers and sisters, the Scripture had to be fulfilled in which the Holy Spirit spoke long ago through David concerning Judas, … Continue reading

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John 1:29-31

The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! This is the one I meant when I said, ‘A man who comes after me has … Continue reading

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