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Jesus’ Character and Teachings (Practicing the Way)

Jesus’ character and teachings, as emphasized in Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer , reveals the depth of His love, humility, and devotion to God’s will. Each trait is not just an example but an invitation to live as His apprentices, transforming our hearts and actions to reflect His way of life. Father, Thank You for sending Jesus to show us the way to live. Help us to keep His character at the center of our hearts and His teachings as the guide for our lives. Fill us with His love, that we may love others selflessly. Shape us in His humility, that we may serve rather than seek status. Teach us His compassion, that we may see others as He sees them. Holy Spirit, lead us to walk as Jesus walked - trusting the Father, living simply, forgiving freely, and speaking truth with boldness and grace. Keep our hearts at rest in Him, finding joy in His presence and peace in His ways. Make us more like Jesus today than we were yesterday. Let our lives reflect His light. Amen Love Matthew...
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The $20 Bill Story

Author Unknown A well known speaker started off his seminar by holding up a $20 bill. In the packed room, he asked, "Who would like this $20 bill?" Hands started going up. He said, "I am going to give this $20 to one of you - but first, let me do this." He proceeded to crumple the 20 dollar note up. He then asked, "Who still wants it?" Still the hands were up in the air. "Well," he replied, "what if I do this?" He dropped it on the ground and started to grind it into the floor with his shoe. He picked it up, now crumpled and dirty. "Now, who still wants it?" Still the hands went into the air. "My friends, you have all learned a valuable lesson. No matter what I did to the money, you still wanted it because it did not decrease in value. It was still worth $20. Many times in our lives, we are dropped, crumpled, and ground into the dirt by the decisions we make and the circumstances that come our way. We feel as though we a...
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His Return

‭‭1 John‬ ‭2‬:‭27‬-‭28  As for you, the anointing you received from him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about all things and as that anointing is real, not counterfeit—just as it has taught you, remain in him.  And now, dear children, continue in him, so that when he appears we may be confident and unashamed before him at his coming. ‬  Living a life that honors Jesus doesn’t mean living in perfection, but it does mean living in pursuit of Him. It means surrendering our hearts, our struggles, and our desires to Him daily. We won’t always get it right, but a life that honors Him is one that seeks Him, loves Him, and strives to reflect Him in all we do. Lord God my Father and Savior, Thank You for Your love, grace, and the gift of salvation through Jesus. I want to live a life that honors You, not out of fear, but out of love and gratitude for all You’ve done. Help me to abide in You daily, to grow in faith, and to ...
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Preparing Against Spiritual Deception

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 Lord, As we go about our day, we know the evil one lurks at every corner. He is trying to get us to believe lies. To think about ourselves above others. To worry about finances, clothes, how we look, food, and other worldly things. He is trying to pull us away from You, the one true God. As we go about our day, help us to think about and put on the full armor of God. Help us defend against the enemy not with force but with truth, righteousness, peace, faith, and salvation. Only then can we come on the offensive with the sword of the spirit - your Word.  Help us to keep these at the forefront today, Lord: Belt of Truth – Knowing and standing firm in Your truth. Breastplate of Righteousness – Living in obedience to You. Shoes of the Gospel of Peace – Being grounded in the true gospel. Shield of Faith – Trusting in Your promises to resist doubt and lies. Helmet of Salvation – Securing our minds in the assurance of salvation. Sword of the Spirit – Using Your Word to combat lies. ...
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Revealing the Truth Regarding Spiritual Deception

Warnings Against Deception Matthew 24:4-5  – “Jesus answered: ‘Watch out that no one deceives you. For many will come in my name, claiming, “I am the Messiah,” and will deceive many.’” 2 Corinthians 11:13-15 – “For such people are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ. And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. It is not surprising, then, if his servants also masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will be what their actions deserve.” Colossians 2:8  – “See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ.” 1 Timothy 4:1  – “The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons.” 2 Timothy 3:13  – “While evildoers and impostors will go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived.” Truth as the ...
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Following Jesus More

Following Jesus - Original Post Speak Truth with Love Jesus always spoke truth, but He did so with grace and love. Ephesians 4:15 – “Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ.” Abide by being honest and truthful, but also kind and compassionate in how we communicate. Live with Purpose and Mission Jesus was intentional in everything He did, always focused on His mission. Luke 19:10 – “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” Abide by seeking God’s purpose for our life and living each day with intention and focus. Be a Peacemaker Jesus sought peace and reconciliation rather than conflict. Matthew 5:9 – “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Abide by working to bring peace in our relationships and helping to resolve conflicts in a Christ-like way. Show Patience and Self-Control Jesus remained patient even in difficult situations, such as when His discip...
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Following Jesus

Lord Jesus, Thank You for being the perfect example of love, humility, and faithfulness. Help me to walk in Your footsteps, to love like You, serve with humility, pray with sincerity, and trust God in all things. Give me a heart that seeks truth, a spirit that pursues peace, and hands that reach out to those in need. Strengthen me to resist temptation, to forgive as You forgive, and to live with gratitude and purpose. Holy Spirit, guide me daily so that my thoughts, words, and actions reflect Jesus in all I do. May my life bring glory to You. Amen Jesus Lived with Humility Jesus humbled Himself, even though He was God, and served others. Philippians 2:5-7 – “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant…” Abide by putting others before ourselves, serving with a humble heart...
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