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The Purpose of Paul’s Letter to the Romans

From beginning to the end Paul specifies his purpose in writing to those who were “called to be saints”  ~  ”called of Jesus Christ.”  Only those would read the letter would know his purpose.  Only those who were “loved of … Continue reading

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The Ultimate Bible Study

It is interesting that as we get older we sometimes return to the simpler things with which we began.  When I first started teaching there were three things I looked for in the text I was studying: Identification (who are … Continue reading

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A New and True Reflection Of Christ

This original picture was taken in Bavaria, Germany. We have never been there.  I duplicated this with my camera from the cover of a Big Ben 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle box. After separating some pieces of the puzzle, I thought of … Continue reading

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Old ~ But New-born

I’m old, and this body is worn.                     My flesh and my heart have been torn. Time takes its toll, And makes me old; But, praise God, in Christ I’m new-born. His … Continue reading

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Heavenly Overtones

Music is designed with a melody that runs throughout the whole piece.  Other parts add harmony.  The melody is the beginning, and the ending.  It is what holds the piece together.  Lose the melody or make it a monotone—the same … Continue reading

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Angels from the Realms of Glory

Where are God’s angels today? “Angels from the realms of  glory, Wing your flight o’er all the earth; Ye, who sang creation’s story, Now proclaim Messiah’s birth.” The angels that were present at the creation, have been present throughout all … Continue reading

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Give Your Marriage at Least Fifty-years

What happens after the honeymoon?  Reality sets in.  The husband and wife begin to let down their guard and show their true colors.  The marriage vows were laid on a sure foundation of true love and commitment or on the … Continue reading

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The Words I Speak Most Often

The words I speak most often: “FATHER, HELP ME!”  ~  Isaiah 41:10 “FORGIVE ME, LORD.”    ~  Matthew 6:12 “THANK YOU, LORD!”   ~  Psalm 100:4 ~ because He promises to hear and answer; to be with me; and  show … Continue reading

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The Law of the Lord is Perfect

We do an email newsletter, Musical Notations, for our church congregation in which we include the songs that will be sung the next Lord’s Day.  We provide a download for a Song Sheet which includes the text for each of … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Day

Olivia’s Thanksgiving Greeting  ~  2007 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Last week as William was bagging our groceries he asked, “Are you getting ready for Thanksgiving Day?” When I answered, “Everyday is thanksgiving day!” he said, “I wish….” Not … Continue reading

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