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Sabbath: 1 Peter 3:18–22
Take time this Sabbath to meditate on today’s passage – 1 Peter 3:18–22 (NLT) – reflecting on what it means in relation to the peace of Christ.
Continue ReadingThe Bleeding Woman
Each Saturday during Lent, we will explore a story or profile of peace in action: people who are acting as shalom-bearers in our world.
Continue ReadingHumility toward Others
The church has been at its best when it has not lorded power over others but humbly served them, showing the way and the love and the humility of God become flesh.
Continue ReadingBlack History Month
The origin and purpose of Black History Month; new changes to the Japan field; upcoming evangelism webinar; and Lent devotionals.
Continue ReadingEnds and Means
But the peace that comes from God does not come from us straining to make our plans happen. This doesn’t mean we don’t plan or dream, but we do so open-handedly.
Continue ReadingBlack History Month: Its Origin and Purpose
February has been designated as Black History Month in the United States, as well as Canada. Understanding the value of Black History Month requires understanding why it was created in the first place.
Continue ReadingChanges in Japan
Change is certainly upon us, but we are confident God is with us in the midst of this change and uncertainty.
Continue ReadingFalse Piety
In Isaiah 58, God, through his prophet, calls out the people of Israel for their false piety. It’s true they were fasting and acting penitent, but it was all a show.
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