Be free, yet without using freedom as a pretext for evil, but as slaves of God. 1 Peter 2:16 NABRE The First Letter of Peter written to communities in what is modern day Turkey is intended to teach them how to be members of God’s Kingdom, relate to others with…
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There are friends who bring ruin, but there are true friends more loyal than a brother. Proverbs 18:24 NABRE This proverb from Solomon although written many years ago is as valid today as it was when written. We all have friends, some of us have friends that lead us astray.…
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Do nothing out of selfishness or out of vainglory; rather, humbly regard others as more important than yourselves, each looking out not for his own interests, but [also] everyone for those of others. Philippians 2:3-4 NABRE The letter to the Philippians is about friendship, Paul encouraging the small community who live…
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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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