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“The Contrast of Wisdom and Folly”
Lesallan | April 3, 2025 “The Contrast of Wisdom and Folly” THE CONTRAST OF WISDOM AND FOLLY The book of Ecclesiastes in the ESV wrestles with the ambivalence of wisdom. It lays out a nuanced picture: while wisdom is decidedly preferable to folly—offering insight, guidance, and a kind of protection Read more…
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A Prayer to Prepare Our Hearts for Spring
A Prayer to Prepare Our Hearts for Spring A Prayer to Prepare Our Hearts for Spring “And the LORD God planted a garden eastward in Eden; and there he put the man whom he had formed” (Genesis 2:8, KJV). Heavenly Creator, as we step gently into the renewal of this Read more…
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Beauty and Majesty of Creation – Lesallan
Beauty and Majesty of Creation The King James Bible often highlights the beauty and majesty of creation, encouraging us to reflect on and appreciate God’s handiwork. While it might not specifically mention sitting around a pond, many verses celebrate nature and the peace it can bring. For example: Psalm 19:1 Read more…
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The World is Getting Weary – Lesallan
The World is Getting Weary The Bible does not explicitly say “the world getting weary” in those exact words, but there are verses in the King James Version (KJV) that address themes of weariness, both physical and spiritual. Here are a couple of examples that might relate: Isaiah 40:28-31 (KJV): Read more…
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Reflections on Isaiah 66:1–2 (KJV): Embracing the Divine Presence
Lesallan | April 1, 2025 Reflections on Isaiah 66:1–2 (KJV): Embracing the Divine Presence Isaiah 66:1–2 (King James Version) Introduction The passage from Isaiah 66:1–2 (KJV) offers a profound call to reexamine what it means to offer genuine reverence spiritually and practically. By declaring that “the heaven is my throne, Read more…
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Loving Your Enemies: A Reflection on Luke 6:27 (KJV)
Loving Your Enemies: A Reflection on Luke 6:27 (KJV) In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus presents a radical and transformative teaching: “But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you” (Luke 6:27, KJV). This verse challenges us to rethink our approach to Read more…
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The Mind and the Battle Against Evil
Lesallan | April 1st, 2025 The Mind and the Battle Against Evil Lesallan | April 1st, 2025 The King James Bible offers profound insights into the nature of the mind and its ongoing struggle against negative or evil influences. At the heart of this theological discourse is the essential theme Read more…
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“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16, KJV).
This verse encapsulates the essence of God’s compassion—a profound love that transcends time and circumstance, offering salvation and the promise of eternal life to all who believe. Another passage that resonates deeply today is Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV): “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, Read more…
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Devotion: The Call to Transformational Leadership
Devotion: The Call to Transformational Leadership Lesallan | March 25, 2025 In the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, we witness the very essence of transformational leadership. As depicted in Luke 9:1-2 and Luke 10:1-2 (King James Version), Jesus called His followers, empowered them with authority, and sent them forth Read more…