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Rise Up and Take Possession - Joshua 1

God calls Joshua to step into the role vacated by Moses' death, and lead the people into the promised land. Christ has led us through the Jordan of repentance, and now we should war by His grace to conquer our flesh.

Proverbs 30

Jesus And The Fishermen - Luke 5

Jesus uses Peter's fishing ship as a pulpit to preach the gospel, and then calls the fishermen to preach.

Elisha And The Widow's Oil - II Kings 4

A widow crys to Elisha for help, and God superabundantly provides for her.

The Hypocrisy of the Pharisees - Matthew 23

Religion motivated by a desire for admiration of men is an abomination to God.

Jesus Message From Isaiah - Luke 4

Jesus takes the text Isaiah 61:1-2, and preaches it's fulfillment in himself.

Jesus Temptation In The Wilderness - Luke 4

Satan steps out from behind the curtain to tempt Jesus to sin. We get a brief glimpse of his subtle attacks, and Jesus's rebuttal of each with the scriptures.

Jesus's Baptism and Lineage - Luke 3

The Father and the Spirit bear witness to Jesus at his baptism, and Jesus's lineage fulfills all the Old Testament promises.

O That Thou Hadst Hearkened To My Commandments - Isaiah 48

Who Hath Warned You To Flee - Luke 3

John the Baptist is moved by the Holy Spirit to begin his ministry. He preaches the gospel of repentance, fulfilling the Old Testament prophecies, and pointing all men to Christ.

Supposing Jesus To Be With Them - Luke 2

Joseph, Mary and Jesus make the trip to Jerusalem for the Passover. Jesus tarries behind at the Temple, talking with the doctors and lawyers about the scriptures.

Bearing Christ's Reproach - Hebrews 13

Christ suffered the reproach, affliction and death outside the camp for our sanctification. Let us follow him without the camp, bearing Christ's reproach in this world.

The Birth Of Moses - Exodus 2

The Lord entrusts parents with the natural and spiritual well-being of their children​, and we have a short time to direct them. Let us do all that we can to point them to the Lord, and trust God's providence with the rest.

Mine Eyes Have Seen Thy Salvation - Luke 2

Joseph and Mary take Jesus to the temple to be circumcised, and meet Simeon and Anna by the leadership of the Holy Ghost.

Serving Others In God's Kingdom - John 13

Greatness in this world is measured by personal accomplishments and social status. This is reversed in the kingdom of God, and the servant is the greatest.

The Parable Of The Great Supper - Luke 14

God has prepared an eternal marriage feast for all believers in heaven. Invitations to this feast are sent out through the gospel, and all who respond to the call may attend.

The Steps Of A Good Man Are Ordered By The Lord - Psalm 37

God is not merely a savior from sin. He is also a loving Father to his children; watching over them, protecting them, providing for them, and lifting them up when they fall. God's mercy and grace are with us throughout this life, and will be with us in eternity.

The Life Transforming Gospel - II Corinthians 3

The Old Testament law was glorious, but only diagnosed mankind's sinfulness. The glory of the New Testament gospel far exceeds the glory of the law; in that it writes the law on hearts, and transforms lives by it's power.

The Fragrance Of The Gospel - II Corinthians 2

God calls ministers to spread knowledge of Christ Jesus, and likens it to a fragrance. The gospel fills the room like a delicious aroma, and gives hearts a desire to taste the goodness of Christ.

Higher Than The Heavens - Isaiah 55

The greatness of the grace of God cannot be overstated. God calls man to repentance, and promises to forgive all their iniquity, even that which man would never forgive. Those foolish enough to scoff at God's mercy will face God's wrath in judgement.