What do you think about when you hear the word deny? For most of us, hearing the word deny causes us to automatically think about something we desire being held back from us, like being denied a job or a loan. It can also bring to mind the thought of having to refuse something that […]
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During this time of year, as stores and companies offer up major deals on almost every single item you can think of, people are easily caught up in the thought and emotion of greed. Based on the teachings of the Bible, greed is considered one of seven deadly sins in Christianity. The Bible clearly teaches
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None of us are exempt from falling into temptation. Everyone struggles with willpower and self-discipline at some point. At any moment, we could be seconds away from eating another slice of high calorie chocolate cake, or swiping our credit card for nonessential items, or splurging on yet another pair of shoes that we really do
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Anger –a temperament that draws attention no matter when or where it is displayed. When we think of anger, we often think of it as it relates to a person who is enraged, acting irate, or who’s behavior is out of control. At least that’s what comes to mind when I think of the word
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Imagine with me that you are invited to a tree orchard. While strolling through acres of beautiful fruit trees, you can fill your basket with whatever type of fruit you like. Before making your selections, you can look for the perfect texture by touching and examining each piece of fruit as well as smelling them.
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Most people I know would never call themselves lazy, even if they knew they were. It is just not a good label to wear. We consider a sluggish, slothful individual a lazy one. So, what does that look like? Have you ever known a person who just laid around all day and did absolutely nothing?
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Nearly all women have heard the phrase a modest woman, but what exactly does the word modest mean in relation to women in society today? What is a modest woman? How can one become modest? What does the Bible say about modesty? I hope to shed some insight on these questions. Modesty is traditionally defined
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As a young girl who went to church faithfully and watched God perform many miracles in the lives of others, I so desperately wanted to grow up, become successful, and have a loving, devoted husband. I pictured myself having a beautiful wedding on a white sandy beach, sharing a blissful life of love and laughter
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We know that God is not after the perfect behavior, for if He were, none of us would receive His blessings. God does, however, require His children to be humble and serve with humility. He asks that we have contrite hearts, which means repentant or remorseful. Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God
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