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God’s Special Women – Rahab – Matthew 1:5

Posted on December 13, 2023 by dkoop

It’s surprising to some to learn that Rahab was an ancestor of Jesus. Despite being a prostitute, Rahab found favor from God and survived the fall of Jericho.  “Salmon the father of Boaz, whose mother was Rahab” Matthew 1:5. The … Continue reading →

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God’s Special Women – Tamar – Matthew 1:3

Posted on December 12, 2023 by dkoop

No one is too sinful, broken, or tarnished to receive the gift of salvation and live a new life devoted to the Lord. The women in Jesus’ genealogy demonstrate that truth.  Matthew lists 5 remarkable women (four from the Old … Continue reading →

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Courage to Change (Rahab) – Joshua 2

Posted on March 7, 2023 by dkoop

All of us desire to change something about our lives. All of us have a past. Rahab certainly did.  Rahab desired to change and God worked in her life, regardless of her past.  He wants to do the same with … Continue reading →

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