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Dead Man Calling
Graduating high school seniors remember very few events earlier than ten years ago. They can’t imagine what life would be like without cell phones and video games.
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Iron Sharpens Iron
I sometimes hear a person say, “Iron sharpens iron,” to encourage men to get together more often. Supposedly, we can improve our character just by rubbing elbows.
Toastmasters
Make good on your commitment to the Lord by preparing to share your experiences with those who might not understand how you have survived your struggles.
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Not My Will</br><a style="font-size: 60%; color: white;">Jesus’ Most Important Words (Part 10 of 10)</a>
He went about a stone's throw away, knelt, and prayed. “My Father, if you are willing, let me escape this suffering.
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Never Alone</br><a style="font-size: 60%; color: white;">Jesus’ Most Important Words (Part 9 of 10)</a>
I will always be with you, even until the end of the world. — Matthew 28:20 All the rungs of a ladder are important if you want to get to the top.
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Endure to the End</br><a style="font-size: 60%; color: white;">Jesus’ Most Important Words (Part 8 of 10)</a>
“Because evil will flourish, most people's love will grow cold. But those who remain faithful until the end will be saved.” — Matthew 24:12–13 Most Christians see a few…
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Sin No More</br><a style="font-size: 60%; color: white;">Jesus’ Most Important Words (Part 7 of 10)</a>
“Woman, where are your accusers? Is there no one here to condemn you?” “No one, sir.” “Neither do I condemn you.
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Store Treasure in Heaven</br><a style="font-size: 60%; color: white;">Jesus’ Most Important Words (Part 6 of 10)</a>
“Do not store up treasure for yourselves on Earth, where moths and rust can eat it up and thieves break in and steal.
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Forgive Others</br><a style="font-size: 60%; color: white;">Jesus’ Most Important Words (Part 5 of 10)</a>
“If you forgive others for the wrongs they have done, your heavenly Father will forgive you.
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Confess Christ before Men</br><a style="font-size: 60%; color: white;">Jesus’ Most Important Words (Part 4 of 10)</a>
“If anyone publicly acknowledges me before men, I will publicly acknowledge him before my Father in Heaven.
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Come, Follow Me</br><a style="font-size: 60%; color: white;">Jesus’ Most Important Words (Part 3 of 10)</a>
“Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.” — Matthew 4:19 Right after John the Baptizer identified the Messiah, Simon Peter met Jesus for the…
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Love Your Neighbor</br><a style="font-size: 60%; color: white;">Jesus’ Most Important Words (Part 2 of 10)</a>
“But the second commandment is equally important. Love your neighbor as yourself.” — Matthew 22:39 Everything Jesus said is important, but which words are most…