The future is determined by our children. Raising the next generation is probably the most important thing that most of us do. It is more important than just about anything else that we do. God stresses this in Deuteronomy 6, putting it second only to our personal relationship with Him.
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Deuteronomy 6:4-9 – Rivers of Living Water
When I was born again, the word of God was all I wanted to talk about. I turned every conversation into an opportunity to share Christ and His word with others. God wants us to share Him and His word at all times in our lives, that it might bring life to those around us.
Deuteronomy 6:4-9 – Our Actions
Practice what you preach. How many times have we heard that said. Actions speak louder than words is another classic phrase we have all heard. Where did this idea come from? Over 3400 years ago God gave it to us through Moses.
Deuteronomy 6:4-9 – Set Your Minds on the Things Above
What does it mean to follow Jesus? How do we do it? Is there a key to successfully following Jesus on a daily basis. There is one thing we can do that will enable us to live godly lives, and it has to do with what we set our minds on.
Deuteronomy 6:4-9 – Conclusion
Jesus told us that one of the keys to a successful life is to love God and to love others. Focusing on “The Word” and what He has done rather than on how we are doing, we are truly set free to enjoy life and be a blessing to those around us.
The Ten Commandments – Grateful Obedience
Most religions in the world have a set of requirements that must be met in order for us to reach the promised reward. Practices that must be done, rituals that must be performed, etc. But one religion gives the reward away freely, only requiring faith. so simple even a small child can do it.
The Ten Commandments – I Am Your God
All of us go thru life looking for meaning, hope, and happiness. The world gives us many ways to get the life we desire, but they do not deliver. Those who have made it to the top report that there is nothing there. But God shows us the way to true life.
The Ten Commandments – God Rescues Us
In the Exodus story, the Israelites are being held captive in Egypt, and God rescues them, bringing them out of Egypt. What does this aspect of the Exodus story teach us about the gospel?
Jonah – Running from God’s Call
What causes the storms in our lives? Why do some of us struggle with addictions to various things or behaviors? Why do we spend so much time on our smart phones? And why don’t we care how our behavior is affecting the people around us sometimes? What is going on and what can we do about it?
King of Kings
In Matthew 17:20 we read that Jesus said that if we have faith the size of a mustard seed, we can move mountains. As we begin 2026, I am asking you to join me in prayer to ask Jesus to move four mountains. (image adapted from recent Africa New Life email image using AI)
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