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Theology of Mercy - Commentary

A biblical commentary on this insight In the biblical context, mercy represents spiritual transformation that speaks to daily life.

Ephesians 2:8-9
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The Power of Patience - Story

A story related to this content In challenges of life, we see how patience provides understanding to those who love.

1 Corinthians 13:4-7
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The Beatitudes: Kingdom Values in an Upside-Down World - Story

A story related to this content The Beatitudes present a radical reversal of worldly values. Jesus begins His most famous sermon by declaring blessed those whom the world considers cursed: the poor, ...

Matthew 5:3-12, Luke 6:20-26, 1 Corinthians 1:27
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Lessons from Peace - Quote

This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. Just as a lighthouse guiding ships, peace teaches us that patience leads to growth. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this pri...

Ephesians 2:8-9
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Lessons from Peace - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Like a lamp lighting the path, peace requires believe to see {result}.

Psalm 46:10
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The Immigrant's Homecoming - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Maria had lived in America for thirty years, building a successful business and raising her family. But every night, she dreamed of her hometown in Colombia—the...

Philippians 3:20, Hebrews 11:13-16, 1 Peter 2:11
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When Peace - Biblical Analogy

A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle Like a star shining in darkness, peace requires receive to see {result}.

Romans 8:28
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The Power of Love - Quote

This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. The example of John shows that love is not about self-effort but about grace. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this principle...

Romans 8:28
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A Story of Gentleness - Story

A story related to this content The example of Mary shows that gentleness is not about works but about love.

Matthew 28:19-20
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Lessons from Peace - Story

A story related to this content Like a lamp lighting the path, peace requires believe to see {result}.

Psalm 46:10
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Lessons from Gentleness - Story

A story that demonstrates the same truth In times of trial, we see how gentleness provides victory to those who act.

Jeremiah 29:11
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The Sovereignty of God in Salvation - Story

A story related to this content The Reformed tradition magnifies the absolute sovereignty of God in all matters, especially salvation. Before the foundation of the world, God chose those whom He woul...

Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 9:16, John 6:44
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The Good Shepherd: Psalm 23 in a Dangerous World - Story

A story related to this content Psalm 23 wasn't written by a suburban poet who thought shepherds were romantic figures. David knew shepherding was dangerous work—protecting sheep from wolves, bears, ...

Psalm 23, John 10:11, Ezekiel 34:11-16
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Lessons from Peace - Biblical Analogy

A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle Just as a anchor holding steady, peace teaches us that patience leads to blessing.

Galatians 5:22-23
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The Example of Forgiveness - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content In challenges of life, we see how forgiveness provides favor to those who serve.

Hebrews 11:1
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The Example of Peace - Story

A story related to this content The example of Ruth shows that peace is not about religion but about faith.

Proverbs 3:5-6
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The Power of Understanding - Story

A story related to this content The example of John shows that understanding is not about perfection but about love.

Matthew 28:19-20
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Lessons from Mercy - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content In periods of reflection, we see how mercy provides clarity to those who love.

John 3:16
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Law and Gospel: God's Two Words - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Luther's greatest insight was distinguishing between Law and Gospel—God's two essential words to humanity. The Law reveals God's perfect standard and exposes ou...

Romans 3:20, Galatians 3:24, Romans 1:16
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Living Between the Already and Not Yet - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Christians live in the tension between 'already' and 'not yet.' Christ's kingdom has already been inaugurated through His first coming, death, and resurrection,...

1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 21:1-5, 2 Peter 3:10-13
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The Communion of Saints and the Mystical Body - Story

A story related to this content The Catholic understanding of salvation encompasses not just individual souls but the entire Mystical Body of Christ. Paul's teaching that 'we are all one body in Chri...

1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Hebrews 12:1, Revelation 7:9
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The Sovereignty of God in Salvation - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The Reformed tradition magnifies the absolute sovereignty of God in all matters, especially salvation. Before the foundation of the world, God chose those whom ...

Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 9:16, John 6:44
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The Communion of Saints and the Mystical Body - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The Catholic understanding of salvation encompasses not just individual souls but the entire Mystical Body of Christ. Paul's teaching that 'we are all one body ...

1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Hebrews 12:1, Revelation 7:9
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The Beatitudes: Kingdom Values in an Upside-Down World - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The Beatitudes present a radical reversal of worldly values. Jesus begins His most famous sermon by declaring blessed those whom the world considers cursed: the...

Matthew 5:3-12, Luke 6:20-26, 1 Corinthians 1:27
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