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Bible Commentary: We Are Called to Live Set-Apart Lives

“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise, but as wise, making   the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” Ephesians 5:15-16 (NIV) There can be no misunderstanding God’s intent for us—as followers of Christ we are called to live  set-apart lives. The Bible commands us to be holy as God is [...]

7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
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Free Online Bible Study Lessons: Let Not Corruption Flow from Your Mouth

We are called to be holy because God is Holy. And holiness  involves our thoughts, our words, and our deeds. It is not easy for  us, but God was us pure in every possible way. For many, the words that come from our mouths are the most  incriminating part of us. Perhaps we’ve been successful [...]

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Christian Inspirational: A Life Well Lived

God, in His infinite wisdom, seldom reveals what an impact our lives have on other people. He knows our nature is to become proud and  take credit for the “good works” we have done in His name. Instead He gives us only little glimpses of our good works while on this earth.  He may choose, [...]

7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
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Inductive Bible Study Lessons: We Are a Peculiar People

“But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation,   a peculiar people…” 1 Peter 2:9 (KJV) It has been said of God’s people, “If you were on trial today for being a Christian, would there be enough  evidence to convict you?” That’s a tired ole saying, but is it ever loaded with [...]

7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 1 comment | Continued
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Illuminations: Inspirational Messages – To Not Fear Death

A very wise woman once said to me, “The person  who is afraid of dying is actually afraid of living.” At the time, I didn’t understand at all what she was  trying to get me to see. But the intervening years have  brought a measure of wisdom and with it a whole lot  of clarity. [...]

7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
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Words of Wisdom: Simple Is the Best Way

“I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” Mark 10:15 Often when we refer to a person as “being simple,” we think of him as having limited education or perhaps being mentally challenged to some degree. If we consider being simple [...]

6Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued