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A Preparation for the Lord’s Supper

Philippians 2:3; Matthew 5:21-24 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; … Continue reading

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An Angelic Song of Grace & Glory, Peace & Goodwill

Luke 2:8-14 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about … Continue reading

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A Memoir of Edward Payson (1783-1827)

Proverbs 10:7; Psalm 37:37 The memory of the just is blessed. Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright: for the end of that man is peace. JOHN GILL (1697-1771): None of the saints ever affirmed that they had arrived … Continue reading

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A Divine Promise for the Meek

Matthew 5:5; Psalm 37:11 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. The meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. C. H. SPURGEON (1834-1892): How and in what sense can they … Continue reading

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Praying for Government Officials; A Duty for Our Own Benefit

1 Timothy 2:1,2 I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; for kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life … Continue reading

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The Prayer Life of Married Life

1 Peter 3:1,7; Ephesians 5:33 Ye wives, be in subjection to your own husbands…Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace … Continue reading

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A Reality Check on Islamic Peace, Tolerance & Love

1 John 4:7, 8, 16, 20 Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love…And … Continue reading

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The Hopeless Futility of Trying to Be Saved by “Good Works”

I Corinthians 15:3; Ephesians 2:8,9        Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures.        By grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man … Continue reading

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The Mystery of Melchizedek Part 1: Who was Melchizedek?

Genesis 14:18-20; Hebrews 7:1-3; John 8:14        And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and he was priest of God Most High. And he blessed him, and said, Blessed be Abram of God Most High, possessor of … Continue reading

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Trusting in the Lord

Isaiah 26:3,4        Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on thee. Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD Jehovah is everlasting strength. MATTHEW HENRY (1662-1714): “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace”―inward … Continue reading

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