Monthly Archives: December 2010

Love Perfected

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Rick Reynolds

I wanted to write something for Christmastime and I became intrigued by two similar verses about God’s love.  One’s in a favorite passage of mine that I pull out for the Yuletide that to me is the essence of Christmas. … Continue reading →

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Teaching the Gospel

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Rick Reynolds

The gospel needs to be brought and preached to people. But the good news, though simple, requires a teacher to be fully understood. That is why Paul wore three hats, those of a preacher or herald, an apostle or messenger, … Continue reading →

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All In

Posted on December 18, 2010 by Rick Reynolds

 1First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, 2for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all … Continue reading →

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Unlimited Uninterrupted Connectivity

Posted on December 15, 2010 by Rick Reynolds

Prayer takes time. It should not be rushed. It requires shutting out or down worldly distractions in order to make a strong connection to God. These days this means unplugging or pushing away devices that are constantly connected to friends … Continue reading →

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Not a Chance

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Rick Reynolds

Not all men come to a saving knowledge of Jesus, even facing certain death. Despite this painful reality, Paul urges Timothy to pray, and to exhort others to pray, that all men might recognize and accept Jesus as their Savior, … Continue reading →

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In the First Place…

Posted on December 12, 2010 by Rick Reynolds

Not only is prayer first in priority, but before embarking on any Christian work, prayer is essential. For some, the topic of prayer is not exciting. It may be seen as too mystical, or it may be considered too time … Continue reading →

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Radical Living

Posted on December 10, 2010 by Rick Reynolds

We hear a lot of talk today in Christian circles of adopting a radical lifestyle, to eschew all the trappings of American society and focus more on reaching a lost world for Christ and ministering to the poor. This is all … Continue reading →

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Stay True to Your Calling

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Rick Reynolds

18This command I entrust to you, Timothy, my son, in accordance with the prophecies previously made concerning you, that by them you fight the good fight, 19keeping faith and a good conscience, which some have rejected and suffered shipwreck in … Continue reading →

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Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow…

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Rick Reynolds

Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen. 1 Timothy 1:17 When contemplating great Bible truths and the miracle of our salvation, I say again the miracle of our salvation … Continue reading →

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