Jessica Udall
lovingthestrangerblog.com
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4 Encouraging Things We Can Learn from Ruth and Naomi
The story of Ruth and Naomi has many things to teach us. Though the book of Ruth is short, it is packed with encouragement and inspiration. Here are a few things we can learn.Friday, February 18, 2022
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What Is Systematic Theology?
When it comes to the study of God, different techniques provide different lenses for understanding God's Word. Systematic theology takes a particular view that allows us to see the Bible from...Wednesday, January 26, 2022
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What Does Jesus Mean by "I Am the Light of the World" in John 8:12?
We live in dark days and long for the light of God's presence. We can take comfort in the knowledge that "the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it" (John 1:5).Tuesday, January 25, 2022
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What You Need to Know about Isaac in the Bible
Sarah and Abraham laughed when they heard from God that they would bear a son in their old age, and so, when that “too good to be true” thing indeed came to pass, they named that son Isaac, which...Monday, July 26, 2021
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What Does 'Resurrection' Really Mean?
God has given us a means of facing our mortality head-on that is far more healthy and literally life-giving: trusting that the resurrection of Jesus means that death is not the end for us.Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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Who Wrote the Book of James and Why?
James reminds believers to look to God in prayer and let their faith propel them into action that is infused with joy because of his gracious and good presence. His presence enables wholehearted...Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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10 Ways to Help Others Come to Jesus
As those who have come to know Jesus, we deeply desire for others to know Him as well. Not to know about Him as we know about many historical figures, but to know Him personally as a Savior,...Friday, July 2, 2021
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7 Things to Know about the Story of Daniel in the Lions' Den
Daniel was a Jewish young man who served as a high-ranking official in the king’s court, but his colleagues resented his success and favor before the king, and so it is recorded in Daniel 6 that...Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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What Does Christology Mean and Why Is it Important for Christians to Know?
The study of Christology is not a dusty, academic pursuit. Rather, it is a celebration of God himself drawing near out of love for the people he created. Drawing so near, in fact, that he “took on...Friday, June 25, 2021
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Why Is the Holy Spirit Called the Spirit of Truth?
The Holy Spirit is called many things in the Bible, but his identity as the Spirit of truth is highlighted in the book of John. We can thank God that we will be guided into truth as we learn to...Monday, June 14, 2021
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What Does it Mean to Have the Patience of Job?
In the book of James, believers are encouraged to emulate Job: “You also, be patient...Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you...Friday, June 11, 2021
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7 Marks of a Sluggard in Proverbs
We do not have to wait until heaven to work. When we engage in meaningful work here on earth, we live as his image-bearers, showing the world what God is like. God is the Creator, and so we create...Wednesday, June 9, 2021
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What Does Psalm 100 Mean by 'Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord'?
The psalms, including Psalm 100, encourage us to be joyful in the Lord and to express that joy in the form of praise and thanksgiving. This rejoicing does not have to be merely springing from our...Wednesday, June 2, 2021
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6 Things to Know about Habakkuk in the Bible
The book of Habakkuk’s brief three chapters depict an inside look at the prayer life of a prophet. Habakkuk and God converse, and Habakkuk’s earnest questions and faithful waiting on the Lord are...Friday, April 30, 2021
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How to Let All You Do Be Done in Love
As a fruit of the indwelling Holy Spirit, love is something that God grows in such a way that it can lend supernatural motivation and power to our everyday actions and interactions. But what does...Thursday, April 29, 2021
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5 Things to Know about the Book of Titus in the Bible
Titus spent much time in Corinth and was involved with the church there (2 Corinthians 8:6) while continuing to be actively involved in Paul’s ministry and even organizing a fundraising...Thursday, April 29, 2021
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Why Does Paul Say It's Important to Submit to Authorities?
When the authorities give instructions that force us to sin, however, we are to “obey God rather than men,” but to do so in a way that is not antagonistic but loving even to the people who are...Wednesday, April 21, 2021
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What Did God Mean When He Said 'Before I Formed You in the Womb I Knew You'?
God is the Creator of all life, including our own lives. He knew us before we were born, weaving our cells together in our mother’s womb and fully knowing the entirety of our lives in the power of...Tuesday, April 6, 2021