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jacarroll71
May 22, 2018
Emotions and the Imago Dei
Our emotions can be troublesome leading us down paths we later regret, but should we attempt to escape them? Or can they be redeemed by...
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jacarroll71
Sep 23, 2017
Reflections of God’s Love
Human love is a reflection of the love of Christ for His Church. For that reason, we can learn a little about Christ’s love from human...
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jacarroll71
Sep 21, 2017
Unstoppable Love
Love overcomes any obstacle and pays whatever price necessary for the beloved. Unstoppable is the love that Christ has for His Church....
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jacarroll71
Jul 25, 2016
Enduring Love
In our reading today (Ecclesiastes 11-Song of Solomon 8), we conclude the poetic books of the Old Testament. Tomorrow we begin the...
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jacarroll71
May 27, 2016
The Importance of Marrying in the Lord
“How can I find the perfect spouse?” is a question many single people ask. The Bible gives clear guidance on one attribute that is...
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jacarroll71
May 13, 2016
The Blessing of God through Children
In Bible times, an abundance of children was considered a good thing. Today we meet a man who was blessed by God with a large family and...
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jacarroll71
Mar 27, 2016
Respect for Women
Today’s reading: Ruth 2:1-1 Samuel 1:20 Some husbands show wonderful love and respect for their wives. It is a delight to behold. But...
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jacarroll71
Mar 7, 2016
Marriage Laws: Ancient Israel vs. Modern America
Today’s reading: Deuteronomy 22:13-25:19 “Marriage is for adults… A good marriage is not achieved in days, weeks, months, or years, but...
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jacarroll71
Sep 23, 2015
His Desire is For Me
It is wonderful to know that the one you love so much, loves you just as much. How much more to know that the Eternal God knows, loves,...
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jacarroll71
Sep 22, 2015
The God of Peace and the Peace of God
In the best human relationships, there are moments of deep disappointment, alienation, pride, and disagreement, but the God of love and...
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jacarroll71
Sep 21, 2015
Unstoppable Love
Love overcomes any obstacle and pays whatever price necessary for the beloved. Today’s reading: Song of Solomon 1-3; 2 Corinthians 12 8...
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jacarroll71
Sep 14, 2015
Dangerous Alliances
Beware of forming partnerships with fools and unbelievers. Your intention to “reach” them is likely to fail and result in your own...
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