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Rhoda – The Woman Who Was Called Mad

Rhoda was a household servant of Mary the mother of Mark, her name in Greek means “rose.” Biblical commentator, Dr. Wilkinson writes that as “Barnabas, Mary’s brother, was of the country of Cyprus, it is a very likely that the … Continue reading

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Joy in Knowing Christ (Phil. 3: 4-11)

Do we go to heaven because of our race, social status or our parents?  Does our education, good works and religious observances mean that we are closer to God?  Some think so.  Paul explains that although he used to put … Continue reading

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Joyful not Complaining (Phil. 2:14-15)

14 Do everything without complaining or arguing, What a great verse to teach our kids!  What a great verse for adults. What a great verse to memorize.   A man joined a remote monastery deep in the woods followed a rigid … Continue reading

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Joy in Following Christ’s Example of Humility

In his letter to the Philippians Paul reminds us of the example of Christ, of the love of Christ and he urges us act upon it. 1If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from … Continue reading

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