A Spiritual Journal
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Godly Wisdom vs Worldly Wisdom
Today’s Insight in the Word- Proverbs 19 – What is godly wisdom? What is worldly wisdom? Wisdom given to us by God empowers us to know Him better and directly affects the heart of the believer. Godly wisdom includes discernment, insight into His word, a better understanding of the characters of God, and better understanding of the…
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Sharing What We Have
Today’s Insight in the Word- Hebrews 13 – There certainly is a problem with today’s economy. You need go no further than the mirror to find a solution. I was reminded of a story about a tribe long ago. The tribe would send the hunters into the forest to kill and bring back food. As long…
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Speaking the Truth
Today’s Insight in the Word- Colossians 3 – Why do humans lie? Is it to cover guilt, sin, humiliation, or something else? Is it ever okay to lie? No. It should never be acceptable to lie. The truth may hurt at times, but lies hurt worse. There is never a worse feeling then to feel betrayed…
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Showing Hospitality
Today’s Insight in the Word- Romans 12 – As one body we are to help other parts of the body. Do you not tend to your ankle if you twist it, or bandage your finger when it is cut, or wrap your arm if it is broken. So we should also mend the body of Christ. We…
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Powerful Hands
Today’s Insight in the Word- Deuteronomy 8 – Pride is probably one of the greatest downfalls of man. With it man takes credit upon himself and rebels agains power greater than himself. Is wrong to take pride in your work or accomplishments? No. Absolutely not! But, give credit where credit is due. As a Christian I account…
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Wisdom of the World
Today’s Insight in the Word- 1 Corinthians 3 – The world is filled with those that are intellectual. Scientists and teachers continue to boggle peoples’ minds with new findings. However, what is true wisdom? Is knowledge wisdom? True wisdom comes from God alone, who gives abundantly. Worldly wisdom is foolishness to the Lord. There are so…
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Seeking the Lord
Today’s Insight in the Word- Isaiah 55 – The world is slowly decaying. Unfortunately, the world has turned their backs to the Lord. In the days of Sodom and Gomorrah, the cities were destroyed because there were not 10 people willing to stand in the gap and intercede to the Lord. Today our percentages are around…
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Giving Thanks for CHRISTmas
Today’s Insight in the Word- Colossians 3 – This time of the season is time to give thanks to our Lord and Savior. It is also time to keep Christ in Christmas. We should never forget the true meaning of Christmas. It is more than the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping and stressing over what…
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Making a Difference
Today’s Insight in the Word- Yesterday my pastor told us a story I thought to be quite inspirational. An older man was walking along the beach when he noticed a young boy throwing something in the water. He watched the boy stop every couple feet, bend down and pick up something, and then toss it…
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Making Decisions
Today’s Insight in the Word- Ephesians 4 – How do we make decisions biblically??? There are several things to consider and multiple verses to help us stick to biblical principles. We should always start with prayer. We must seek God’s will in what we do. In the night before Jesus was taken away He prayed,…
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