Monthly Archives: December 2018

Beck and Called–Romans 1:13-14

Posted on December 29, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

 13 I do not want you to be unaware, brethren, that often I have planned to come to you (and have been prevented so far) so that I may obtain some fruit among you also, even as among the rest of the Gentiles. 14 I am … Continue reading →

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The Power of the Gospel–Romans 1:15-17

Posted on December 29, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

15 So, for my part, I am eager to preach the gospel to you also who are in Rome. 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also … Continue reading →

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Gift Exchange–Romans 1:11-12

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to make you strong—that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. Romans 1:11-12 Anytime Christians are together there should be an … Continue reading →

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Calling the Romans–Romans 1:1-7

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

In one signature run-on sentence, we have all we need to know about the gospel of God. It’s Paul’s preamble to his magnificent letter to his beloved saints in Rome. These were the “called of Jesus Christ.” Nothing here indicates … Continue reading →

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Bold Obedient Faith–Romans 1:8-15

Posted on December 19, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

Bold obedient faith cannot be contained. First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, because your faith is being proclaimed throughout the whole world. Romans 1:8 It’s admired abroad, and serves as inspiration to other believers. Yet it draws … Continue reading →

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Hanging on Every Word—Psalm 34

Posted on December 9, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

If there ever was a passage of scripture you’d want to memorize it’d be Psalm 34. Every phrase is quotable and framable. It tells us how to get our praise on. Constantly. Vocally. Boastfully. It tells us what to do … Continue reading →

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Boiling Down Hebrews 11:1-28

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Rick Reynolds

Abel was righteous in his worship of God. Enoch was consistent in his walk with God. Noah was reverant in his work for God. Abraham obeyed the will of God. Sarah was faithful waiting for God. Moses chose the way … Continue reading →

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