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In Mark 11:9-10, the crowds acclaim Jesus' arrival into Jerusalem, shouting "Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!" and "Blessed is the coming kingdom of our father David!". This is a joyful declaration acknowledging Jesus as the Messiah, fulfilling prophecies and ushering in God's kingdom

The Lord's prayer : His leading and deliverance The phrase "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil" from the Lord's Prayer is a prayer for protection from both the allure of sin and the power of evil, asking God to help us avoid situations that lead to wrongdoing and to rescue us from the influence of darkness. 

Revelation 7:9-17 He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake." describes an innumerable multitude standing before the throne and the Lamb. They ascribe glory to God and the Lamb, affirming that salvation belongs to God and the Lamb.

Matthew 6: '9-15 Forgive While the phrase "trespasses" is used in some versions, others use "debts". The key takeaway remains the same: seeking and extending forgiveness. Importance of Forgiveness: The Lord's Prayer highlights the significance of forgiveness as a core Christian principle. It encourages believers to seek forgiveness from God and to extend it to others, reflecting God's own merciful...

Matthew 6:9-15 In the Lord's Prayer, "daily bread" signifies a humble dependence on God for our daily needs, encompassing both physical and spiritual sustenance, and urging us to trust in His provision for each day.

Matthew6:5-15 When we pray “thy kingdom come, thy will be done,” we're praying about all those things in this world that are not yet right, healed, or whole. We're asking God to come free us from the sin, evil, and brokenness that holds us captive. We're asking God to come clean up the mess we've made in this world.

he Lord’s Prayer - Our Father The Lord’s Prayer-What does Matthew 6:5-13 teach us about prayer? “And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who...

Matthew 6:5-15 Jesus' whole understanding of prayer is built around the understanding that our God is a loving father with nothing but good intentions for us. Jesus teaches us to pray for the reign and rule of God to redeem every aspect of this Earth. Our prayers bend reality in the direction of God's coming Kingdom.

John 5:19 Meaning and Commentary that is, being conversant with the original and eternal ideas of things in the divine mind, acts according to them, which he could not do if he was not of the same nature with, and equal to his Father. What is the meaning of John 15 5 8? John 15:5–8) Jesus warns us that apart from Him, we can do nothing. On our own, we are completely devoid of strength. We need an...

What is the meaning of Philippians 4 4 9? In Christ, energized by the Spirit, we rejoice in that reality. In the presence of Christ (God-with-us), we are free to throw ourselves into the struggles and issues of life with abandon, and smile. Paul's thrust in Philippians 4:4–9 is this: Christ is the One in whom we rejoice at every moment of life.

Jude 1:17-25 In these verses, Jude reminds us of dangers that were predicted long ago. Those who are called, beloved in God the Father, and kept for Jesus Christ, must contend for the faith that was once for all delivered because ungodly people slip into the church and try to corrupt the faith.

Acts 1:12-14 Prayer Here the eleven remaining apostles are named. Judas Iscariot is not among them. He took his own life soon after betraying Jesus. But the remaining apostles gathered together, united even though their Lord was now gone from them. Reflection on the Power of Prayer

What is the meaning of Romans 8 19 25? Romans 8:19-25 offers Christians encouragement from Creation. The non-rational created order has a message for us in the context of the believer's assurance of spiritual security in Jesus Christ. The word "groan" that appears three times in this passage is also used in Acts 7:34. Various other text in todays sermon by Sandy.

What is the meaning of Exodus 33 7 11? This passage illustrates the contrast between Moses' closeness with the LORD and the people's broken fellowship. Moses experienced fellowship and harmony with the LORD on the basis of his faithful obedience, while the Israelites were made distant from God because of their obstinance.

Psalm 23 is meant to inspire calm. The Lord is personal to David, and He provides everything David needs. As the Good Shepherd, He guides David to green pastures and calm waters. All is peaceful!

Luke2:8-20 Seeing that the shepherds were terrified, in verse 10 the angel gives them a command: “Do not be afraid.” This is perhaps easier said than done, but the shepherds offer us an example of great faith as they choose faith over fear, choosing to trust in God and continuing to follow his commands

Matthew 1:18–25 tells the story of the birth of Christ from the perspective of Joseph. This man is betrothed to be married to Mary, but finds out she is pregnant. He does not realize, yet, that this child is Christ, and that she is pregnant by a miracle of the Holy Spirit.

Luke 2:8–21 describes shepherds who are visited by numerous angels. These beings proclaim the birth of Christ and explain where He can be found. The men follow the angels' directions and find Jesus, Joseph, and Mary just as predicted

Luke 1:26–38  relates how a virgin learned she would miraculously bear the Son of God. The angel Gabriel comes to Mary, who is engaged to a man named Joseph. Gabriel tells Mary that she will bear a son, to be named Jesus. He will be the Promised One long awaited by the people of Israel.

Matthew 2:1-12 The story teaches us that Jesus is our King and we should put him first in our life. The Magi could collude with King Herod, but for them Jesus Christ is greater and more powerful than Herod. They endured a long journey from Persia to Bethlehem to meet Jesus, the King. They risked their lives for the sake of Jesus

Now, through the baby boy born to her daughter-in-law and the kinsmen redeemer of her family, she holds redemption for her and her family in her arms. It is as if the women were saying, “See, Naomi, the Lord never left you without a redeemer.” In a greater way, the Lord provides us a redeemer for our souls.

Ruth 4:1-12 What is the meaning of Ruth chapter 4? In this wonderful chapter we see that those upon whom the Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ rests have been saved from slavery to sin and from the wages of sin – which is eternal death – by Jesus who paid the price that was demanded through giving His own life for us on the Cross.

Ruth 3:1-18  What does the book of Ruth teach us today? The compassion and love shared by Naomi and her daughter-in-law Ruth can inspire those who study this book to consider their relationships with others both inside and outside of their families. The book of Ruth can also teach students how the Lord watches over and blesses those who follow Him and obey His teachings.

What is the moral lesson of Ruth 3? Ruth had to recognize that Boaz was the redeemer that God had placed into her life and she had to go to him. Like Ruth, we have to recognize that Jesus is the redeemer that God has placed into our lives and we have to go to him! Before Ruth could go to Boaz though she had to shed that which was keeping them apart.

The story of Ruth Redeeming Love series Ruth 2:1-23 Ruth chapter 2 tells us the TRUTH of God's amazing GRACE towards us. He is the God who knows us from the womb, who loves us despite all our background, and who lavishes on us His Provision, Protection and Promise.