Posts with the tag “perfection”
Avoiding Judgment
by Ed Newton on November 25th, 2023
"Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you." - Matthew 7:1-2 In our journey of faith, it's essential to remember a profound truth: we are all imperfect beings, each with our unique struggles and sins. It is within this context that Jesus's words in Matthew 7:1-2 resonate deeply: "Do ... Read More
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The Perfect One
by Ed Newton on October 6th, 2023
"As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord's word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him." - Psalm 18:30 In a world filled with imperfections and uncertainties, take solace in the unchanging and flawless nature of our God. His perfection is a source of comfort and hope, an anchor for our souls in times of doubt and difficulty. That’s why I love the reminder in today’s key verse from P... Read More
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Chiseled in His Image
by Ed Newton on June 17th, 2023
"And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit." - 2 Corinthians 3:18 Have you ever thought about the fact that God is chiseling us in His image? Just like an artist uses a chisel to carve a beautiful sculpture, God is using the circumstances of our live... Read More
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Amazing Perfection
by Ed Newton on January 1st, 2023
“For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.” - Hebrews 4:15 Over the last week, we have talked a lot about forgiveness. We have looked at it from all angles: our need to forgive others, our need for God to forgive us (He has), and our need to forgive ourselves. After all, we have all m... Read More
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Chasing Perfection
by Ed Newton on October 12th, 2022
“I don’t mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess the perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me. No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly... Read More
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