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Deuteronomy

The Suzerain Lord and His Covenant:
Deuteronomy as a Covenant Document Modeled After Ancient Suzerain-Vassal Treaties

Andrew J. Robison V,

The book of Deuteronomy is commonly viewed as a mere “second stating of the law,” which is a definition that comes from the name in the Greek Old Testament (Smith 475). Smith indicated that “Scholars have noted a similarity in the structure of Deuteronomy and the pattern which is observable…

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Devotions for Women

Psalm 119:11

KJ,

God’s word is beautiful and leads us to a greater understanding of Him, His love, and His plan for us. By storing up His word in our hearts, we rid ourselves of the negativity of this world and are instead filled with His beauty. When our hearts are full and overflowing with God’s word it is so much easier to resist the devil and his schemes.

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Devotions for Women

Choose Joy

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Choosing joy does not mean you forget the wrong that is happening around you. Choosing joy means that we clothe ourselves differently than the world around us. When we choose joy in the face of trials, the world sees us and asks how we can be joyful in such times. When we choose joy instead of arrogance, the world sees a servant willing to help instead of a self-righteous church-goer. When we choose joy over earthly desires, the world sees someone who is joyful and content without vices.

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Poetry

Who Is This Jesus?

Andrew J. Robison V,

“Truly this man was the Son of God!” Mark 15:39 Who is this Jesus;the one you call the Christ?He works such glorious wonders as we’ve never seen before.He claims to be the Son of Man who was prophesied of old.Can it bethat Heis the one we’re waiting for? Who are…

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