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victoriasas 22-Jun-25, 02:47	“For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” (2 Timothy 4:6-8) From AI… <<AI Overview The Crown of Righteousness is a symbolic reward described in the Bible, specifically in 2 Timothy 4:8, as a prize for those who have lived a righteous life and eagerly await the return of Jesus Christ. It represents a divine appreciation for a godly life lived in anticipation of the Lord's return and is promised to all who love His appearing. Here's a more detailed explanation: Biblical Context: The concept appears in 2 Timothy 4:8, where the Apostle Paul speaks of a crown "laid up" for him and others who love the Lord's appearing. Meaning: It signifies a reward for believers who have lived a life of faith and righteousness, actively anticipating Christ's return. Not Earned, But Received: While believers are made righteous through faith in Christ, the Crown of Righteousness is a reward for how they live out that faith. Love for His Appearing: The Crown is specifically promised to those who love and long for the return of Jesus. Eternal Reward: It represents an eternal prize, a divine recognition of a life lived in accordance with God's will and in expectation of Christ's second coming. Judgment Seat of Christ: The Crown of Righteousness is often associated with the Judgment Seat of Christ, where believers will be evaluated on their works, not for salvation, but for rewards.>>
valley_forge 22-Jun-25, 09:01	Remedy For Cancel Culture Christians must coregeously speak God's Word/or truth against the lies of the godless worldly standards/ philosophies who/ which are attempting to subvert and redefine what God created. - In a conversation about the lie so many people have adopted which is opposed to God's Word.
valley_forge 23-Jun-25, 08:08	Matthew 5:3 / Feeling Needy? 3 “[a]Blessed are the [b]poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. [a] I.e. fortunate or prosperous, and so through v 11 [b] I.e. those who are not spiritually arrogant We know without God we have nothing! Jesus fills us with His peace and His promise - His very life! Nothing in my hand I bring, simply to the cross I cling Notes & personal reflections for the video today from the YouVersion Bible study App Guided Scripture for today This Teaching Clip made me think of you. Watch Matthew 5:3 by City on a Hill: www.bible.com (2:05)
valley_forge 23-Jun-25, 08:17	Certainly Changes Our Perspective! (mine anyway) He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit This is an interesting statement and one that many scholars have debated about. The Greek word for “cut off” is “airo” which means to ‘lift up’. As I think about this and a vineyard, it begins to make sense. Firstly, I do not think this passage is about separating the ‘sheep from the goats’. At the heart of this passage is Jesus' desire for us to know Him, to grow in him and show His love to one another. From the YouVersion Bible study Know Grow Show (Reflections on John 15) lesson 3 of 18
valley_forge 26-Jun-25, 08:47	In the Old Testament, God’s presence was confined to a geographical space. People traveled from all over to come to the temple where His presence was. His death on the cross put an end to that. Today, his presence is not confined to a box behind a thick curtain. He has made our hearts His dwelling place. From the YouVersion Bible study Learn Grow Show / Reflections on John 15; lesson 7 of 18
valley_forge 26-Jun-25, 11:40	If a man does the Word of God he will live; If a man lives he will do the Word of God - J Vernon McGee
valley_forge 30-Jun-25, 08:19	Jesus Christ 🙏 is the Vine/ Branches Attached to Him . . . Therefore, the sentence translates as, I am powerless to do anything without Jesus. I am incapable of bearing fruit that resembles him if I am not attached to Him. I cannot have his DNA in me if I am not connected to Him, therefore cannot bear fruit that is in His likeness. I may bear other fruit in my life but not Jesus fruit. From the YouVersion Bible study Know Grow Show / Reflections on John 15 (lesson 9 of 18)
valley_forge 04-Jul-25, 08:40	"For us life can frequently feel out of control. But if Jesus truly holds the universe together by His word, how should that change the way we think about things that overwhelm us?" "It wasn't just that God sent His Son; Hebrews makes it clear that Jesus came at the right time. This is a great lesson for us. How can you more fully rely on God's timing in your life?" J Vernon McGee/ A study in Hebrews from the YouVersion Bible study App "We need to choose God's timing not our own. God's timing is perfect, it's full of promises and blessings. Ask God today to know His will and timing, and do as He directs and not before." From the YouVersion Bible study Pathways to Purpose lesson 46 of 49
valley_forge 04-Jul-25, 10:07	"America is the only country in the world where people are allowed to hate, but which none of them want to leave" ~ Charlie Kirk
valley_forge 05-Jul-25, 07:20	"What does it say about life here on earth that one of the biggest descriptions of salvation is entering into rest." From the YouVersion Bible study Hebrews with J Vernon McGee / day 4 of 17
victoriasas 05-Jul-25, 07:36	Maybe because Jesus Christ said that? “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” (Matthew 11:28-30) Also because Christians are saved and made righteous before God by believing in Jesus Christ, not in striving to be saved and righteous by commandment keeping and works. The ideal Christian position is to rest in Christ and give Him the steering wheel; that is, to walk in the Spirit and not in the flesh, as the Apostle Paul advises in Galatians. “Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:38-42)
valley_forge 07-Jul-25, 07:03	"What luck for rulers that men do not think" ~ Adolf Hitler
valley_forge 07-Jul-25, 07:09	Proverbs 23:7 / Garbage In, Garbage Out For as a man thinks in his heart so is he "I’ve studied successful people for forty years, and though the diversity you find among them is astounding, I’ve found that they are all alike in one way: how they think! That is the one thing that separates successful people from unsuccessful ones. And here’s the good news. How successful people think can be learned. If you can change your thinking, you can change your life!” ~ Dr John Maxwell
thumper 07-Jul-25, 09:07	VF Success is a subjective thing. What makes someone successful in your opinion?
valley_forge 07-Jul-25, 09:34	Realizing A Vision/ Dream In response to Thumper's post @ 07-Jul-25, 09:07 Certainly you if anyone should know that! Setting up goals for your life which are not currently in your life, and then going forward with your own determination and, hopefully, God's blessings, and making them a reality. Not rocket science, Doug.
valley_forge 07-Jul-25, 10:03	Wisdom doesn't begin with us - the created; Wisdom begins with God - the Creator
victoriasas 07-Jul-25, 13:37	<<Wisdom doesn't begin with us - the created; Wisdom begins with God - the Creator>> “For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.” (1 Corinthians 1:21)
valley_forge 09-Jul-25, 09:33	@ Victor Wow! The perfect Scripture for the thought above - great job 👍
valley_forge 09-Jul-25, 09:35	"We are gathered around the Lord’s Table as one family, as we all belong to God our Father. The Lord’s Table would also mark the beginning of a new chosen people, a royal priesthood and Holy nation belonging to God. The Cross was going to unite people gathered from every tribe, tongue, nation, male and female: all becoming One New Man in Christ, fulfilling prophecies of old." From the YouVersion Bible study Come to the Table / day 2 of 6
victoriasas 09-Jul-25, 10:49	@valley_forge 09:03 Thanks, appreciate that.
valley_forge 10-Jul-25, 07:58	John 6:42 / The Ebonite Heresy "One thing that sets biblical Christianity apart from other religions is that we Christians do not serve One who is merely a great human being or master teacher. To be sure, Jesus is these things and more, but He is also “very God of very God,” as the Nicene Creed puts it. We must do justice to the humanity of our Savior, but we must also recognize His full deity, lest we believe in a Redeemer who can save no one." tabletalkmagazine.com
valley_forge 10-Jul-25, 16:38	On A Marque Of A Very Large Restaurant Chain "All profits from July 10 going to Kerrville Relief Efforts"
valley_forge 12-Jul-25, 07:42	"Can I not just come to church, worship God, give my tithes, and go home? No, my friends. Humanism has tried to take away the God factor and love has gone awry. When you only ‘love God’ without the human factor what you get is extremism, radicalized religious groups. Both are unbiblical and dangerous. Love is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. Love God and, love one another. You need both. Everything hinges on these two." From the YouVersion Bible study Know Grow Show/ day 13 of 18
valley_forge 15-Jul-25, 10:55	There's No DNA Test For an American "If you choose to believe what the Founding Fathers left you, you're an American" ~ Pastor Jack Hibbs
valley_forge 16-Jul-25, 08:08	Rising Above Our Natural Tendencies Isn't Automatic "Unless above himself he can erect Himself; how mean a thing is man!" ~ Samuel Daniel
valley_forge 17-Jul-25, 07:13	"Love is an action word – feelings may accompany it, but it is a decision of the will." From the YouVersion Bible study Know Grow Show Reflections on John 15/ day 15 (Composition of Love) of 18
valley_forge 17-Jul-25, 08:17	Could The Gospel Have An Emphasis On People? . . . Do you know how many Bible verses are there that say, "one another"? There are 59 verses in the New Testament on one another
valley_forge 19-Jul-25, 07:02	Our Glorious & Perfect Mediator/ High Priest "Today in Jesus, you have a High Priest who is fully qualified to represent you in every possible need before God. And because Jesus walked on earth as a human, experienced the press and pressure of humanity and the most intense of all human temptations without sinning, He represents you before God with genuine empathy, understanding, compassion, and grace. There is not a hint of judgment in His mind or heart toward you as He brings your need to God." From the YouVersion Bible study Hebrews with J Vernon McGee/ day 6 of 17
valley_forge 20-Jul-25, 07:07	'Stinkin' Thinkin' Torpedos Faith “You block your dream when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.” ~ Renowned life coach Mary Manin Morrissey
valley_forge 23-Jul-25, 07:33	God Is A Just Judge / Sinners Have Chosen to Ignore Him "14 For this reason [a]it says, “Awake, sleeper, And arise from the dead, And Christ will shine on you.” 15 Therefore [b]be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, 16 [c]making the most of your time, because the days are evil. 17 So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. / Ephesians 5:14-17 [a] Or He [b] Lit look carefully [c] Lit redeeming the time
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