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The New Covenant – Jeremiah 31

God has always dealt with humanity by way of covenant.  A covenant is “an agreement between two or more persons.”  Covenant is often compared to contract, treaty, or alliance. The history of God’s people is a story of covenants.  God … Continue reading

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God’s 10th Commandment – Exodus 20: 17

Be Content:  Exodus 20:17 “You shall not covet…anything that belongs to your neighbor.” We don’t often use the word “Covet” in everyday conversation. “Covet” to intensely desire something that belongs to someone else. Sadly enough, these days our society encourages … Continue reading

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God’s 6th Commandment – Exodus 20:13

Respect Life:  Exodus 20:13  “You shall not murder.” Have you ever seen the Ten Commandments posted on a display or wall?  Niki and I have a Ten Commandments wall hanging that someone gave us as a gift. They probably thought … Continue reading

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God’s 4th Commandment – Exodus 20: 8-9

Take a Day Off:  “Observe the Sabbath and keep it holy.  You have six days in which to do your work but the seventh day is a day of rest dedicated to me.  Exodus 20:8-9 It’s interesting to me that … Continue reading

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