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Scripture… As We Live It #211

Posted by on Jun 3, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 9 comments

This is the 211th passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.”

Therefore, if food makes my brother stumble, I will never eat meat, lest I make my brother stumble that’s his problem because I’m free in Christ to eat whatever I want to eat. (1 Corinthians 8:13 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)

Scripture… As We Live It #210

Posted by on May 27, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 5 comments

This is the 210th passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.”

So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word memorize, quote, and live by your favorite verses of Scripture, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:31-32 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)

Scripture… As We Live It #209

Posted by on May 20, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 3 comments

This is the 209th passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.”

Nevertheless Unfortunately, I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away it would be much better if I could stay with you, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you But, since I cannot stay with you, I guess I will send the Helper, who will be almost as good as having me with you physically. (John 16:7 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)

Scripture… As We Live It #208

Posted by on May 13, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 11 comments

This is the 208th passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.”

But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake find yourself in a debate with an unbeliever, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts arguments honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you debates you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, having a good conscience good philosophical foundations and sound logic, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ position may be put to shame. (1 Peter 3:14-16 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)

Scripture… As We Live It #207

Posted by on May 6, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 1 comment

This is the 207th passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.”

For you always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me so there’s no reason to ever do anything about the poor since it’s a lost cause. (Matthew 26:11 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)

Scripture… As We Live It #206

Posted by on Apr 29, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 6 comments

This is the 206th passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.”

But some of you have been anointed by the Holy One, and some of you all have knowledge. (1 John 2:20 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)

Scripture… As We Live It #205

Posted by on Apr 22, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 3 comments

This is the 205th passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.”

Therefore we are comforted. And besides our own comfort, we rejoiced still more at the joy of Titus, because his spirit as your leader has been refreshed he has refreshed by you all you all. (2 Corinthians 7:13 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)

Scripture… As We Live It #204

Posted by on Apr 15, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 2 comments

This is the 204th passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.”

…submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. But, all of you should not submit to one another. Only some of you should submit to others. (Ephesians 5:21 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)

Scripture… As We Live It #203

Posted by on Apr 8, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 1 comment

This is the 203rd passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.”

One person esteems one day as better than another, while another esteems all days alike. Each one should be fully convinced in his own mind. But, only accept those who esteem (or do not esteem) the same days as you. (Romans 14:5 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)

Scripture… As We Live It #202

Posted by on Apr 1, 2012 in as we live it, scripture | 4 comments

This is the 202nd passage in “Scripture… As We Live It.” (And, no, this isn’t an April Fools joke…)

As for a person who stirs up division, after warning him once and then twice, have nothing more to do with him, knowing that such a person is warped and sinful; he is self-condemned. Unless, of course, you agree with that divisive person. In that case, you should support that person and encourage him to continue to stand firm for God. (Titus 3:10-11 re-mix)

(Please read the first post for an explanation of this series.)