The Crown of Life
James 1:12
God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. (James 1:12)
Are you struggling with trials and temptations today? Good news, God promises that you will have great rewards when you endure temptations. Think about how you feel when you give in to sin versus when you endure temptations. Sin will lead to death and choosing to obey God will lead to life. Jesus promises abundant life when you follow Him. Choose to endure temptations and receive the crown of life. ~ Jeff M Newman
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Lesson 29 - 1 John 2:6 Whoever claims to abide in Him ought to walk as Jesus walked.
Welcome back to the Hope Bible School verse-by-verse Bible study of 1 John. This is Jeff M Newman. Get a new lesson every other week on Mondays at 12:00 PM Eastern. In Lesson 29, we are going to study 1 John 2:6. You are going to learn how to abide in Christ and how to walk as He walked.
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