Bring the cloak . . . and the books, especially the parchments. — 2 Timothy 4:13

 In a Roman jail, the apostle Paul sat by himself as he considered his last few weeks on earth. He must have felt his bones penetrate when he penned a letter to his buddy Timothy (4:21), pleading with him to visit before winter. He instructed Timothy to bring the scrolls, especially the parchments, and to bring a cloak to protect him from the biting chill.The animal skin-covered parchments might have contained copies of passages from the Old Testament. The "books," which were actually scrolls composed of papyrus. It is obvious that Paul had no intention of writing another dense theological tract like the book of Romans. He also had no plans to write any more sermons. He required such books to keep his spirit warm and his mind sharp. We must develop good reading habits. The first is, of course, the Bible. However, God also employs dependable book companions to uplift our spirits and engage our minds. Like a good friend, a good book is always there for you when you need it.We have read words of eternal truth that will inspire us to succeed in life's race since they are so beautifully written and full of grace.  ======================================================================= Can you read a book for free?What's the most read book ever?How do I find a book I forgot the name of?Which book should I read now?What is the most popular book to read?Which is the highest sold book in the world?Who is the #1 best selling author?How many pages is the longest book ever written?What is the most books sold in 24 hours?What is the longest book ever recorded?What is the largest single room selling books?How many books to sell to make $100,000?
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Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor, for we are members of one another. — Ephesians 4:25

 Knowing what we want to say and the person we are speaking to are both necessary for effective communication. Additionally, getting to know one another calls for a readiness to be transparent about our flaws and shortcomings. 

Because we are all members of one another, Paul advised us Christians to communicate honestly with one another. Additionally, he urged us to be "kind to one another, tenderhearted, and forgiving one another" (Eph. 4:32). That is Christlike love, and it offers the safety necessary for effective dialogue to flourish.

Love has no need of an interpreter when it speaks. Since truth and love must attempt to detect what others feel and dread, we should speak the truth we feel with great consideration for those who hear.  

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How do you define communication?

What is communication in a relationship?

What are the 4 main points of communication?

What makes good communication skills?

How can I improve my communication?

What are 5 qualities of great communication?

How do you describe someone with strong communication skills?

How can you tell if a person has good communication skills?

What makes a bad communicator?

What is the most common communication mistake?

How do you fix lack of communication?

What are the biggest mistakes in communication?

Mephibosheth . . . shall eat at my table like one of the king’s sons. — 2 Samuel 9:11

 Because of this, David was happy to be courteous to Saul's grandson, who was "lame in his feet" (2 Samuel 9:3). Mephibosheth's disability may have caused some to reject him, but David's actions made it clear how much he respected the man. 

Each and every person is valuable in God's eyes. He made His one and only Son our Savior. May we always be grateful for His great regard for every human life.  

To God, every person is valuable. Lord, help us to see the fair imprint of Your image in everyone we encounter. Also, may their unique dignity become stronger as a result of our love and care. 

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What is the life expectancy of Down syndrome?

What are 5 symptoms of Down syndrome?

Is Down's syndrome genetically inherited?

What are characteristics of Down syndrome?

What is the typical behavior of Down syndrome?

Can a Down syndrome child live a normal life?

Does Down syndrome get worse with age?

Can people with Down syndrome be smart?

What is the mental age of Down syndrome people?

What is the average IQ of someone with Downs syndrome?

What are the main causes of Down syndrome?

What are adults with Down syndrome like?

Many believed in Him, but . . . they did not confess Him, . . . for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God. — John 12:42-43

 Even grownups enjoy winning over the respect of others. This innate craving for praise is OK. Sincere praise has the power to inspire us and bring out the best in us. Additionally, the Bible instructs us to anticipate the day when we will be honored by God (1 Cor. 4:5). The issue, though, is that we frequently give more weight to the acclaim we receive from others in this life than to the praise we receive from God in the life to come.

Lord, assist us to think strategically and prioritize Your praise over other people's praise. It is preferable to live for God's approval rather than for human approval. May everything we say, do, or write be done in the Lord's favor; all praise belongs to Him.  

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What does it mean to give a commendation?

What is an example of a commendation?

What is a synonym for in commendation?

What is a personal commendation?

Which is better appreciation or Commendation?

What is a Commendation or honor given to someone?

What does award of commendation mean?

What is award of commendation?

What are the two types of honor?

What are the three levels of honor?

What are the 5 codes of honor?

What are the levels of honor?

I am . . . rejoicing to see your good order and the steadfastness of your faith in Christ. — Colossians 2:5

 Satan is a skillful manipulator; in fact, Jesus referred to him as "the ruler of this world" (John 16:11). The instructors who were attempting to convince the Colossians to accept error as truth were motivated by him (Col. 2:4, 8). 

Christians now are engaged in a comparable conflict. How can we protect ourselves from liars? In his remarks to the Colossians, Paul utilized military jargon that can guide us as to what to do. He first praised them for their "good order," which meant that they were disciplined, battle-ready soldiers. He also mentioned their "steadfastness" in Christ, which is another way of saying that they were putting up a strong front. They remained steadfast in their devotion to their Lord and the expansion of His kingdom.

Don't fall into Satan's deceptions. Knowing the accuracy of God's Word and being prepared for battle by a disciplined lifestyle and unwavering devotion to Jesus Christ.

The best defense against Satan's falsehoods is God's truth. Satan cannot trick us because God's Word is embedded in our hearts, and the shield of faith shields us from his flaming darts. 

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What's deception meaning?

What is an example of deception?

What is deception lying?

What is the meaning of deception in the Bible?

What is an example of deception in the Bible?

What does the Bible say about being deceitful?

What are the traits of a deceitful person?

Is being deceitful the same as lying?

What kind of person is deceitful?

What are the 3 different types of deception?

How do you deal with a deceitful person?

What is a person who is easily deceived called?

Jesus our Lord . . . was raised because of our justification. — Romans 4:24-25

 One of history's most well-known events is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. More than 500 eyewitnesses who saw Jesus after He rose from the dead—the majority of whom were still alive when the apostle wrote to the Corinthians—were claimed by Paul as indisputable proof. 

The fact that Christ's death on the cross at Calvary totally atoned for humankind's sin and secured salvation for those who put their faith in Him as Savior is equally certain. And the assurance of this is provided by Christ's resurrection. Jesus would not have emerged from the tomb if even one sin had gone unatoned for.

Our guilt was fully atoned for when Christ rose from the grave. The absolute proof came in his resurrection. 

Our complete salvation is guaranteed by Christ's empty tomb.  Jesus resurrected from the dead and displayed His might by doing so. He overcame death's powerful grip.  

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What is the true meaning of resurrection?

What do Christians believe about the resurrection?

What kind of body will we have at the resurrection?

What is the meaning of resurrection after death?

What does the Bible say about the resurrection of life?

What will happen during resurrection?

Do we get new bodies in heaven?

Does resurrection mean coming back to life?

Where do we go after resurrection?

When someone dies what do they see?

What is the place after death before heaven?

What does the Bible say about cremation?

It is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment. — Hebrews 9:27

 Our fear of dying can be transformed into hope because Jesus died for us and rose again from the dead. When we accept Him as our personal Savior, that occurs. The best approach to prepare for our inevitable meeting with death is to do that. Make sure that's all you have to do when it's time to pass away. Although death and suffering are constant companions in our lives, Jesus' cross can provide us with comfort and dispel our fear of it.  

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What does make an appointment mean?

What is the correct spelling of appointment?

What is the origin of the word appointment?

Do we say make an appointment?

How do you ask for an appointment?

How do you say I want an appointment?

How do you put appointment in a sentence?

What is a short way to say appointment?

What is a good sentence for the word appointment?

What verb to use with appointment?

What are the different types of appointments?

What is a proper sentence?

In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins. — 1 John 4:10

 Millions of Christians worldwide are especially grateful on this Good Friday because it serves as a reminder of what God achieved via His Son nearly 2,000 years ago. 

But why do we consider today a nice day? Wasn't this one of history's darkest days? Self-righteous religious leaders shamelessly crucified God's spotless Son, who went about doing good, healing the sick, and giving hope to sin-ruined lives. That is the worst kind of evil. That more closely resembles the day of God's defeat. What benefit does that have?

Paul provided the solution. God showed His love for us on this day thousands of years ago by sending His Son to pay for our sins (Rom. 5:8). Such love is too deep for a genius to fully comprehend, yet it is so understandable for a young child. And everyone who turns from their sins and places their confidence in Christ experiences this love.

 

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What is the meaning of TGI Fridays?

How do you use TGIF?

Where is TGIF from?

Why did Fridays drop the TGI?

What is the new name for TGI Fridays?

Is Fridays whiskey glaze the same as Jack Daniels?

What Whisky is John Wick drinking?

Can you buy TGI Fridays legendary glaze?

What is the legendary glaze at TGI Fridays?

What is dragon glaze at Fridays?

What is dragon glaze from TGI?

What is blaze sauce from Fridays?

“Which of the two do you want me to release to you?” They said, “Barabbas!” — Matthew 27:21

 They wanted someone released, and the throng had assembled. In Jesus' day, it was usual to release a prisoner on Passover to honor the Jews' freedom from slavery in Egypt. 

Pilate was an experienced politician. As a result, he offered the mob a choice between the One who had raised Lazarus from the dead and the One whose sword had likely already taken many lives. The decision appeared simple. But the murderer Barabbas was the choice of the populace.

Mob governance always favors the irrational, rebellious, and wild. It picks the world's jackals, the Barabbases, Stalins, and Hitlers. It disapproves of the weak, the modest, the servants, and the lambs.

What if we were present? Who would we have opted for? We like to think that we would have gone with Jesus. Would we, though? The crowd's shouting is really loud. "Hosanna to the Son of David!" the throng had yelled a few days before to the trial. People were now yelling, "Crucify Him!" We can become lost, scared, and confused under the weight of the crowd.

God, aide us. Despite everything we know, we can still be tempted to pick the jackal when we're in a throng. Aid us in selecting the Lamb.

Count on the strength of the Lord to withstand the demands of the world. The world will try to force us to conform into its mold, but if we cling to God's truth, we can withstand it with His assistance. 

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What does it mean to be called a jackal?

Is jackal a fox?

What is another name for a jackal?

Are there jackals in North America?

Do jackals live in the US?

Are jackals friendly to humans?

Why do jackals scream?

Why do jackals have a bad reputation?

Can a jackal breed with a dog?

What dog is closest to a jackal?

Can a jackal mate with a coyote?

How smart is a jackal?

A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. — Proverbs 17:17

 As he awaited execution in a Roman dungeon, even Paul, who was aware of the truth of Christ's presence, needed friends. He yearned for human interaction and company. He wanted some books and a bulky clothing. These were only available to him through pals. 

Lord, grant us the ability to help those who are in need.

A good buddy won't leave you on your own. Go be a good friend to individuals who are going through the darkest of times; pour love and sunshine on their worries; and you will restore broken lives. 

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Why was Friends canceled?

Why is Friends series so popular?

What channel is Friends on?

What is the summary of Friends?

What is the main point of friends?

What is the 7 point in friends?

What was Monica's body count in Friends?

How was Friends supposed to end?

What is Monica referring to when she says 7?

What mental illness does Monica have?

What does Monica suffer from?

What condition did Monica have?

Bring the cloak . . . and the books, especially the parchments. — 2 Timothy 4:13

 In a Roman jail, the apostle Paul sat by himself as he considered his last few weeks on earth. He must have felt his bones penetrate when he penned a letter to his buddy Timothy (4:21), pleading with him to visit before winter. He instructed Timothy to bring the scrolls, especially the parchments, and to bring a cloak to protect him from the biting chill.

The animal skin-covered parchments might have contained copies of passages from the Old Testament. The "books," which were actually scrolls composed of papyrus. It is obvious that Paul had no intention of writing another dense theological tract like the book of Romans. He also had no plans to write any more sermons. He required such books to keep his spirit warm and his mind sharp.

We must develop good reading habits. The first is, of course, the Bible. However, God also employs dependable book companions to uplift our spirits and engage our minds. Like a good friend, a good book is always there for you when you need it.

We have read words of eternal truth that will inspire us to succeed in life's race since they are so beautifully written and full of grace. 

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Can you read a book for free?

What's the most read book ever?

How do I find a book I forgot the name of?

Which book should I read now?

What is the most popular book to read?

Which is the highest sold book in the world?

Who is the #1 best selling author?

How many pages is the longest book ever written?

What is the most books sold in 24 hours?

What is the longest book ever recorded?

What is the largest single room selling books?

How many books to sell to make $100,000?

I have finished the work which You have given Me to do. — John 17:4

 "Has the Master's task been completed? Was not His most difficult duty still to come? He hadn't yet experienced the terrible hour of death. So why did He claim that His job was finished? Because He was aware that the moment the will is offered, the conflict is resolved. Our Father offers us a cup to drink, and it is a cup of the will. Once the heart has accepted it, draining it with the lips is simple. "The act is simple after the choice."

Yes, that is the area of conflict. If, like Jesus, we enjoy carrying out the Father's plan, then we will gladly and unhesitatingly do the task He gives us, regardless of the cost to ourselves.

Saying "I will" to God is the best method to find out what He wants. I lowered my head in submission to His grace, forgetting myself as I meekly said, "Whatever comes, His will be done!"

That's when peace was achieved.  

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What is a better word for battle?

How do you use battle as a verb in a sentence?

Is a battle a hostile encounter?

What word class is battle?

What are the three types of battle?

What is the real meaning of battle?

What is an example of battle in the Bible?

What is the meaning of God of battle?

What is a antonym for the word battle?

What is another word for the battle of life?

What is the Old English word for battle?

What noun is battle?

Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! — Matthew 21:9

 One could have anticipated seeing Jesus the King ride into Jerusalem on a powerful stallion on that first Palm Sunday. But He went with a humble donkey instead. He had to first come as a Savior to die before He could come as a King to rule. Jesus displayed stark contrasts throughout His whole existence on earth, demonstrating both His true humanity and His complete deity.

Christ nourished the needy as God despite his human hunger. He was exhausted, yet He is our comfort. Despite having paid tribute, He is the King. He was referred to as the devil, yet He drove out demons. He prayed, but He still answers prayers. He sobbed, and He wipes away our tears. He redeems sinners after having been sold for 30 pieces of silver. He is the Good Shepherd even though He was led like a lamb to the slaughter. By giving His life, He also defeated death.

Such contradictions would be expected in the life of someone who was both wholly God and totally human. In order to provide for our redemption, Jesus, the omnipotent Lord of the universe, took on human form. But He will come back in the future as King of Kings.

The God-man, Jesus, deserves our admiration.

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What contrast means?

What are examples of contrast?

What are 4 examples of contrast?

What are contrasts in a story?

What are the 7 major contrasts?

What are the 7 types of contrasts?

What are 3 ways to create contrast?

What are 3 examples of contrast in art?

What are elements of contrast?

What are the 5 contrast effect?

What is a good synonym for contrast?

How do you create contrast?

 

Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him. — Psalm 37:7

 God sometimes seems to have delayed things for us. We pray constantly about something that is very important, yet nothing changes. Nothing! 

I have no doubt Hannah felt that way. She prayed to God for a child. In her day, being childless considered a curse. Even worse, she was cruelly mocked by her husband's second wife. Hannah yearned fervently to have a child with her husband. She prayed out of intense suffering and resentment. But she was unable to get pregnant year after year.

How can we explain God's seeming silence in the face of our persistent prayers? Keep in mind that God has greater insight than we do. We risk being harmed if we get what we want. We are unable to see the entire scene. God's timing is not the same as ours.

Don't complain when God puts you "on hold." You can give Him access to your deepest aspirations and wait obediently for His response.

Don't hang up when God puts you on hold! Give us the patience we require and make it easier for us to feel Your love and care as we call out to You, O Lord, and wait for answers to our prayers.  

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What does it mean being on hold?

What word means on hold?

What is the meaning of on hold or on hold?

How do you use on hold in a sentence?

Is it correct to say put on hold?

Which is the correct way to put someone on hold?

Is it rude to put someone on hold?

How do you write on hold messages?

How long should an on hold message be?

Why are messages on hold?

How do you write a call on hold script?

As for these four young men, God gave them knowledge and skill. — Daniel 1:17

 Try to put yourself in Daniel's shoes. A Jewish kid has been told by the king what to eat and drink. But there's a catch: According to God, the food on the king's menu is forbidden. Would you be able to withstand pressure like that? 

Many people don't believe teenagers have what it takes to stand up for what's right in cases like these or others where doing so would be costly. Parents frequently believe that adolescence is only a phase to go through. But rather than focusing on the challenges kids will face, we should consider the chances we have to inspire them to act morally.

I believe that Daniel, the young man who was pushed to oppose the king in the name of God, must have had role models who taught him to make moral decisions. And that was evident because he brazenly flouted the king's laws. 

Many teenagers share Daniel's intellect and passion for God. Instead of having a prejudiced or unfavorable viewpoint toward the younger generation, they require leadership and encouragement. Encourage the teenagers you know to embody Daniel's bravery.

Children frequently live up to their parents' standards. Continue to be active in their lives.

Declare your appreciation for them in words and deeds.

Expect them to act honorably even if it is unpopular.

Encourage them to have high standards, just like Daniel did.

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What time should a 15 year old be home?

What should a 17 year old be doing?

Is 18 still a kid?

Is 20 years old a teenager?

How old is a tween?

Is teenager still a kid?

What age is a kid?

How old can you have a baby?

What age do kids stop believing in Santa?

How old is a big kid?

They are without excuse. — Romans 1:20

 We cannot own the forgiveness unless we are ready to own the sin. God does not tolerate justifications. 

Making an explanation for your sin will not make it go away. My sin, O Lord, disobeys Your Word and disgraces Your holy name; I will not rationalize wrongdoing; all I claim is Christ's blood.  

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What does it mean to give excuses?

Why do people make excuses?

What are other forms of excuse?

What's the difference between excuses and reasons?

How does excuses affect a person?

Why do people call explanations excuses?

What is the root cause of excuses?

What is the word for someone who always makes excuses?

What does excuses mean in psychology?

How do you respond to excuses?

Is making excuses a defense mechanism?

What are the disadvantages of excuses?