For there is one God. There is also one mediator between God and the human race, Christ Jesus, himself human, who gave himself as ransom for all. This was the testimony at the proper time. 1 Timothy 2:5-6 NABRE The First Letter of Timothy is written to a well-organized church,…
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The ear that listens to salutary reproof is at home among the wise. Proverbs 15:31 NABRE A salutary reproof is a healthy correction. An experienced bowler sees someone new making an incorrect bowl and they might come to them and make a suggestion that could improve their play. If the…
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and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. John 8:32 NABRE The quoted verse is likely a verse we have heard. It comes from Jesus teaching at the temple on sin. Jesus speaking in a time when a majority of people were most likely slaves…
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This week we begin a new four week series including the readings over the next four weeks. The series is called; “What do you want?” It is the question Jesus asks Bartimaeus who is blind and seeking Jesus’ assistance. It is a question Jesus asks all of us. So as…
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Am I now currying favor with human beings or God? Or am I seeking to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a slave of Christ. Galatians 1:10 NABRE Paul opens his Letter to the Galatians with a defense. He is accused of…
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