Author: Matt Langfield
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God’s Timing is Perfect
When Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers (Genesis 37), he could have described the timing as less than ideal. He had intended to return to his father, but…
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How Humble Are We?
Throughout God’s word, the themes of pride and humility come up over and over again. Pride is sin, while humility is necessary to be pleasing to God (James 4:6). Because…
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Perfect Fatherly Advice
Giving good advice is a God-given responsibility of fathers (and mothers). God has charged parents to raise, guide, and lead their children into adulthood (Proverbs 22:6). Thankfully, we have several…
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Nahum’s God
The first chapter of the book of Nahum describes God’s unique nature and incredible power. Nahum directs his prophecy and warning toward the city of Nineveh, a declaration of their…
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Pride Brings Destruction
The Old Testament book of Obadiah has only one chapter but still teaches a powerful lesson. Obadiah’s prophecy focuses on the arrogance of the Edomites and reminds us that pride…
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The Day of the Lord is Coming!
In the Old Testament book of Joel, God speaks through His prophet to the people of Israel during a time of great suffering. A plague of locusts has devastated their…
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Every Sunday
Today may feel a little different from other Sundays. The blooming flowers outside make it clear that spring has arrived, baskets filled with goodies may have been waiting for young…
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“If”
The word “If” occurs in our English Bible more than 1,600 times, and while it consists of only two letters, it often provides great meaning. For example, in 1 John…
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I’m in the Lord’s Army!
Today we are excited to begin a new Bible class quarter as our children’s classes begin a study titled “I’m in the Lord’s Army!” This phrase is likely familiar to…
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Bad Habits
Temptation and sin are unfortunate elements of every Christian’s life. Even from the garden of Eden, all men and women, with the sole exception of Jesus, have been found guilty…