Monthly Archives: December 2011

Chapter-a-Day 2 Thessalonians 3

Posted on December 30, 2011 by

May the Lord lead your hearts into a full understanding and expression of the love of God and the patient endurance that comes from Christ. 2 Thessalonians 3:5 (NLT) I like postcards. For Christmas this year I received a total … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day 2 Thessalonians 2

Posted on December 29, 2011 by

Don’t be so easily shaken or alarmed by those who say that the day of the Lord has already begun. Don’t believe them, even if they claim to have had a spiritual vision, a revelation, or a letter supposedly from … Continue reading →

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The Celebration Gauntlet

Posted on December 28, 2011 by

For most people, the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays represent a flurry of activity and celebration that taxes energy levels, bank accounts, and both the relational and emotional reserves. For Wendy and me, Thanksgiving and Christmas are just the beginning. Along … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day 2 Thessalonians 1

Posted on December 28, 2011 by

Dear brothers and sisters, we can’t help but thank God for you, because your faith is flourishing and your love for one another is growing. 2 Thessalonians 1:3 (NLT) “How am I doing?” As a child growing up, I wanted to … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day 1 Thessalonians 5

Posted on December 27, 2011 by

Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. 1Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NLT) There is something about things that come in threes. When something bad happens, you’ll … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day 1 Thessalonians 4

Posted on December 26, 2011 by

Make it your goal to live a quiet life, minding your own business and working with your hands, just as we instructed you before. Then people who are not Christians will respect the way you live, and you will not need … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day 1 Thessalonians 3

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

And may the Lord make your love for one another and for all people grow and overflow, just as our love for you overflows. 1 Thessalonians 3:12 (NLT) In my work, I’m constantly encouraging people to improve their service to … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day 1 Thessalonians 2

Posted on December 22, 2011 by

Yes, you are our pride and joy. 1 Thessalonians 2:20 (NLT) Yesterday afternoon I walked into the kitchen to find Wendy putting all of the family photos we’ve received on the refrigerator. We love that our fridge is covered with … Continue reading →

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2011 Christmas in Denver with the Halls

Posted on December 21, 2011 by

Apologies to those who’ve wondered where my chapter-a-day posts were since late last week. I took a few days off to celebrate Christmas with Wendy and her family in Denver. Wendy’s sister, Becky, was kind enough to host us all … Continue reading →

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Chapter-a-Day 1 Thessalonians 1

Posted on December 21, 2011 by

As we pray to our God and Father about you, we think of your faithful work, your loving deeds, and the enduring hope you have because of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Thessalonians 1:3 (NLT) This past weekend was spent … Continue reading →

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