Category: Bible Study
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PEACE and breaking down barriers… More from Ephesians 2
Thanks to those of you who jumped over to follow me on Instagram yesterday. I appreciate it. We are past “that” number now. Thanks! This morning I read Ephesians 2:11-22 several times. That passage is so power-packed. It’s possible I’ll revisit it tomorrow or Saturday, as there is so so much in there. This morning, though,…
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Ephesians 2: A change in plans and some thoughts on being achievement-oriented
Good morning, friends. To be honest, I am having a real hard time with the reading schedule for Ephesians. You may have noticed that with my lack of regular posting. I think that because I typically read bigger passages at a time, I am having a tough time with the smaller morsels. I see incredible value…
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Ephesians 1: 22-23: Jesus is the head of the church. Let’s follow HIS example of ruling with love, mercy and service.
This morning when I woke up and began thinking about reading or assigned reading of Ephesians, I really wanted to linger in yesterday’s scripture. I am away from home, but wanted to write yesterday’s scripture on notecards (which are sitting on my nightstand at home) and was thinking about doing that when I get home in…
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Ephesians 1: 15-21: He has some SERIOUS power. This prayer calls it forward.
Good morning, friends. Today’s reading really packs a powerful punch. I cannot pick out just one verse, it is all so gorgeous and super relevant. Bear with me as I modify my SOAP plan and pretty much SOAP the whole thing. This passage is an ideal one to pray for your children, or really anyone you care about,…
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Ephesians 1:12-14: He loved me right away, before I did one thing
Good morning from New York City. I flew in Wednesday for a quick trip here and am now at the airport, awaiting my flight back home. It may have been a short trip, but it was action-packed with great meetings and even a little bit of Christmas shopping. You m ay remember from Wednesday that I…