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Live with the end in sight. Each of us will be held accountable for how we lived.

Quiet Time Takeaway: Live with the end in sight. Each of us will be held accountable for how we lived. My NOTES: ”The world excels at breaking God’s commands… so we need immediate repentance to maintain a relationship with God.” Alex Adamopoulos “It’s only when we face the deception within us that we realize how …

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Life’s distractions don’t negate God’s desire for my life to serve Him. I’ve work to do.

Quiet Time Takeaway: Life’s distractions don’t negate God’s desire for my life to serve Him. I’ve work to do. My NOTES: ”For Jesus to be my LORD, I must completely submit my self-will, my self made plan, to His will and His plan for my life. “ Alex Adamopoulos “Wake up! … I have found …

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Without Jesus, I’m self-centered and self-conscious…simply stuffy.

Quiet Time Takeaway: Without Jesus, I’m self-centered and self-conscious…simply stuffy. My NOTES: ”The Church is to be a hospital for the struggling, not a museum for the stuffy” G. Laurie paraphrased “It is only for our bad behavior that we make all kinds of excuses.” C. S. Lewis “Do I fit Jesus into my life …

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God’s patience…has a limit. Listen to Him!

Quiet Time Takeaway: God’s patience…has a limit. Listen to Him! My NOTES: ”In Mark 8:11 the Pharisees questioned Jesus, demanding a sign…’He sighed deeply and said, … no sign will be given.” Mark 8:12 – Perhaps He was exasperated with them. “You unbelieving generation, … how long shall I put up with you?” Mark 9:19 …

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Our arrogance in being ‘righteous’ blocks our ability to be merciful

Quiet Time Takeaway: Our arrogance in being ‘righteous’ blocks our ability to be merciful. My NOTES: ”‘…to avoid ceremonial uncleanness they (the Jewish leaders) did not enter the palace because they wanted to be able to eat the Passover.” John 18:28 People usually died during a scouring; at every lash, Jesus received, He could have …

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I’ve a God-given work to do, each of us does, but I can’t do it without God guiding me.

(I’ve learned a lot in Israel; I’ve a lot to learn!) Quiet Time Takeaway: I’ve a God-given work to do, each of us does, but I can’t do it without God guiding me. My NOTES: ”Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior,…” Psalm 25:5 “Moses said to the …

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Cautious attention is required…

Quiet Time Takeaway: Cautious attention is required… My NOTES: ”See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil.” Ephesians 5:15 Circumspect: careful consideration of all circumstances and possible consequences. Cautious, wary, look before you leap. Being careful in the face of danger. Latin circum …

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God entrusts us with His treasured forgiveness expecting us to pass it on.

Quiet Time Takeaway: God entrusts us with His treasured forgiveness expecting us to pass it on. My NOTES: ”(A master) called his servants and entrusted his wealth to them…each according to his abilities.” Mat. 25:14 “You are called to do your best, not to compare yourself to others.” N. Gumbel “God measures your heart- not …

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I can be ready for eternity but not necessarily for an earthquake. We may not expect earthquakes and ice storms, but God does.

Quiet Time Takeaway: I can be ready for eternity but not necessarily for an earthquake. We may not expect earthquakes and ice storms, but God does My NOTES: “Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. … You will hear of wars…famines, and earthquakes…” Matthew 24:6-7 cut up “My response to life …

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Perhaps the wisdom of God is the same as the Spirit of God… I’ve more study to do… but God’s wisdom brings life.

Quiet Time Takeaway: Perhaps the wisdom of God is the same as the Spirit of God… I’ve more study to do… but God’s wisdom brings life. My NOTES: ”Without the blessing of God the earth was lifeless.” Dr. Russ Frase ”… and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.” Genesis 1:2 “‘…those who …

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