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When the Body Aches

Just as a sore knee or sprained ankle can affect the whole body, broken relationships and neglected needs can weaken the church. Paul reminds us that every member of Christ’s body has a role to play, and when one part suffers, all are affected.

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Identifying Stumbling Blocks

When our confidence shifts to worldly systems or voices, our faith weakens. But through repentance and renewed focus on Jesus, God restores us to wholehearted devotion and reminds us that He alone deserves first place in our hearts.

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The Power of One Voice

Division weakens the witness of the church, but love unites and points the world to Christ. When we focus less on our differences and more on Jesus, we reflect His love and make His gospel believable.

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Who’s Setting the Tone?

Too often, our reactions mirror the loudest voices around us instead of the quiet strength of Jesus. When we let His words shape our speech and actions, our families, churches, and communities begin to look more like His kingdom.

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Turning the Camera Outward

Selfies may be harmless fun, but they also mirror our culture’s inward focus. As followers of Jesus, we’re called to shift our attention from self to service, using our lives to point others toward the One who gave everything for us.

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When Grace Replaces Entitlement

Entitlement creeps in when we think we’ve earned God’s favor or deserve recognition. But Paul reminds us that everything we have—faith, heritage, opportunity—is grace from start to finish. Our right response is humble gratitude and a life offered back to God.

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Adopted by Grace

Earthly fathers—whether good, absent, or flawed—shape how we view God. But in Christ, we have been adopted by a perfect Father who loves, leads, and provides. Our new family identity gives us freedom, belonging, and a future that cannot be shaken.

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The Beauty of Being a Babbler

When I started campus ministry, I feared sounding foolish among scholars. Acts 17 reminded me that Paul was mocked too—but some believed. I’ve learned that sharing Jesus doesn’t require eloquence, just faithfulness. Even if we babble, God can use our words to change lives.

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Following God When the Map Changes

Have you ever been sure you were walking in God’s will, only to hit a wall? Me too. And so were the apostles. Acts 8 shows us that even setbacks—like Stephen’s death or Saul’s persecution—can become setups for greater kingdom impact. God’s plan isn’t always predictable, but it’s always purposeful.

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More Than a Name

We live in a world obsessed with fame, but let me tell you—being known doesn’t mean being good. Solomon’s wisdom calls us to pursue a name marked by integrity, not popularity. That kind of name is forged by listening to God’s truth and applying it daily.

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