Tag: god’s will
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What Do You Want to Do Now – Genesis 17:20-22
Genesis 17:20-22 And as for Ishmael, I have heard thee: Behold, I have blessed him, and will make him fruitful, and will multiply him exceedingly; twelve princes shall he beget, and I will make him a great nation. But my covenant will I establish with Isaac, which Sarah shall bear unto thee at this set…
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Leave the Choice with Him – Genesis 17:18
Genesis 17:18 And Abraham said unto God, O that Ishmael might live before thee! This is not just Abraham speaking as the head of a covenant line. This is a father talking about his son. Ishmael was not a theory to Abraham. He was flesh and blood. He was a boy Abraham loved. So when…
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The Simple Will of God – 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 Rejoice evermore.Pray without ceasing.In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Three short commands. No commentary attached.No explanation.No footnotes. Just three steady beats. Rejoice.Pray.Give thanks. People spend years trying to decode the will of God. “Should I move?”“Should I change jobs?”“Should I marry…
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Safe or Out – Colossians 3:15
Colossians 3:15 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. Paul says let the peace of God rule. The word carries the picture of an official at an athletic event. An umpire. One who makes the call. Safe. Out.…