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King Asa’s Old Age

2 Chronicles 16:1-10,12 In the six and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa, Baasha king of Israel came up against Judah, and built Ramah, to the intent that he might let none go out or come in to Asa … Continue reading

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Faithful Ministry: Speaking Truth to Power

2 Chronicles 18:6,7 Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet of the LORD besides, that we might enquire of him? And [Ahab] the king of Israel said unto Jehoshaphat, There is yet one man, Micaiah the son of Imlah, … Continue reading

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Hammers & Nails in the Service of God

Jeremiah 23:29; Ecclesiastes 12:11 Is not my word like as a fire? saith the LORD; and like a hammer that breaketh the rock in pieces? The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails fastened by the masters … Continue reading

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Administering Reproof

Psalm 141:5       Let the righteous smite me; it shall be a kindness: and let him reprove me; it shall be an excellent oil, which shall not break my head.  WILLIAM S. PLUMER (1802-1880): Reproof to him who needs comfort … Continue reading

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