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The Good Shepherd: Psalm 23 in a Dangerous World - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of 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, ...
The Example of Compassion - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The example of Mark shows that compassion is not about religion but about faith.
The Power of Faithfulness - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Like a anchor holding steady, faithfulness requires witness to see {result}.
A Story of Justice - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept Just as a seed growing in fertile soil, justice teaches us that trust leads to transformation.
The Power of Faithfulness - Story
A story related to this content Like a anchor holding steady, faithfulness requires witness to see {result}.
A Story of Faith - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In opportunities for service, we see how faith provides freedom to those who love.
The Power of Wisdom - Story
A story related to this content Like a star shining in darkness, wisdom requires follow to see {result}.
The Orchestra Conductor's Trust - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content A world-class orchestra was preparing for their most important concert. During rehearsal, the second violin noticed that his part seemed to make no sense—random...
The Power of Peace - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth The example of Rachel shows that peace is not about religion but about love.
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,...
A Story of Justice - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. Just as a seed growing in fertile soil, justice teaches us that trust leads to transformation. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that suppor...
The Power of Understanding - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The example of John shows that understanding is not about perfection but about love.
The Power of Justice - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Like a lamp lighting the path, justice requires believe to see {result}.
Training Hearts, Not Just Behavior: Biblical Parenting - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Biblical parenting aims at heart transformation, not just behavior modification. Many parents focus on external compliance while ignoring heart attitudes—produc...
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 ...
Digital Disciples: Living Faith Online - Story
A story related to this content Social media has created unprecedented opportunities for Christian witness and unprecedented temptations for Christian failure. Every post, share, and comment is a form of witness—but what are we witnessing to?...
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...
The Covenant of Grace Through History - Story
A story related to this content Reformed covenant theology reveals God's unified plan of redemption spanning all history. From the beginning, God established covenants—formal relationships with His p...
When Compassion - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Like a lamp lighting the path, compassion requires seek to see {result}.
A Story of Faith - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In opportunities for service, we see how faith provides freedom to those who love.
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.
A Story of Justice - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth Just as a seed growing in fertile soil, justice teaches us that trust leads to transformation.
A Story of Faith - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In opportunities for service, we see how faith provides freedom to those who love.
The Example of Compassion - Story
A story related to this content The example of Mark shows that compassion is not about religion but about faith.