Live Like You’ll Live Forever: Merciful to All
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Live Like You’ll Live Forever: Merciful to All

Whenever you come to the end of a major period of time, it’s appropriate to look back and reflect. On this last Sunday of the Church year, we rejoice in the fulfillment of God’s plan for our salvation through Christ our King.

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Live Like You’ll Live Forever: Fueled by Love
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Live Like You’ll Live Forever: Fueled by Love

Each of us tends to think the Law and love have nothing to do with each other. Laws get in the way of us doing what we want—what we think we’d love to do. The glorious Son of God must open our eyes to the true purpose of the Law.

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Follow Me: And Have It All
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Follow Me: And Have It All

How do you know when your values have changed? Our values are set—and reset—by our hearts and our minds. Yet, they are not totally undetectable. What you value can be seen in how you operate.

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Follow Me: & Be Great
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Follow Me: & Be Great

Selfish ambition and jealousy are from the devil, and as popular today as they were in Jesus’ day. Not only do they add to the suffering of our fellow man, but it also hinders the proclamation of the gospel.

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Follow Me: & Be Battle Ready
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Follow Me: & Be Battle Ready

“The struggle is real.” Many people recognize that life in this world is already chockfull of challenges and problems. Each day can be a struggle. Today, God’s Word opens our eyes to a fierce struggle for followers of Jesus.

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Follow Me: & Be Amazed
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Follow Me: & Be Amazed

Have you ever needed help? Sometimes admitting that we need help is more painful than a root canal. And asking someone else for help? Out of the question! Why is that?

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Follow Me: With Your Heart
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Follow Me: With Your Heart

When children identify heroes and role models, they quickly begin to pick up on the habits and mannerisms of the people they admire. They show they are followers by imitating the behavior they see and hear.

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Follow Me: Today!
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Follow Me: Today!

There is a difference between interest and commitment. When you're interested in doing something, you do it only when it's convenient. When you're committed to something, you make it a priority. It’s always on your mind!

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Acts of God: Provisions for Body & Soul
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Acts of God: Provisions for Body & Soul

Today our focus is on the basics—the necessities of life. In the fourth petition of the Lord’s prayer, we ask God to give us our daily bread. In our Old Testament reading, we see how God miraculously responded to some not so pleasant grumbling.

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Acts of God: Courage
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Acts of God: Courage

Working with authority behind you makes a big difference. When you don’t have authority on your side you are always wondering if you have the support you need. Today, Jesus sends his disciples out with his authority.

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