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Hebrews 12:1 (NLT) – Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up.  And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us.   I…

Hebrews 12:1 (NLT) – Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up.  And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us.   Do…

Hebrews 11:1 (NLT) – Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see.   Sometimes we miss the meaning of scripture because we use words differently than in biblical times.  I imagine that when a person exclaimed “Oh, my God!” they were down…

Nehemiah 9:17 (NLT) – But you are a forgiving God, gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love.   I love dogs and although I don’t own one, I have many doggie friends all over town.  Dogs love me because I give them a good scratch and often release fistfuls of fur.  I…

Ephesians 5:18-20 (NLT) – Be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit.  Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything.   Aren’t people who have this approach to life pleasant to be around?  Give thanks…

2 Timothy 4:2 (NLT) – Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage – with great patience and careful instruction.   A crucial component to my son’s achievement that I neglected to mention yesterday is guidance.  Addison’s wonderful mentor and coach guides both his physical and mental training. …