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Above My Pay Grade–Ephesians 1:1-14

In the business world the saying goes, “What have you done for me lately?” Here in Ephesians 1, Paul lists what Christ has done for us previously, what he’s doing for us presently, and what he intends to do for … Continue reading

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Star Witnesses

13 Who is there to harm you if you prove zealous for what is good? 14 But even if you should suffer for the sake of righteousness, you are blessed. And do not fear their intimidation, and do not be … Continue reading

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Kingdom Dwellers

When Jesus saw the crowds, He went up on the mountain; and after He sat down, His disciples came to Him. 2 He opened His mouth and began to teach them, saying, 3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for … Continue reading

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The Morning After

Psalm 112 1 Praise the Lord! How blessed is the man who fears the Lord, Who greatly delights in His commandments 2 His descendants will be mighty on earth; the generation of the upright will be blessed. 3 Wealth and … Continue reading

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The “In” Crowd

1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are at Ephesus and who are faithful in Christ Jesus: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed … Continue reading

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