James 1:1

Click here to open the Video Devotional James 1:1 In James 1;1 is the greeting and introduction of his letter to those Christians who were fleeing from persecution and lived in the land outside of Israel in the first century.  James is believed to be the brother of Jesus and was not one of His …

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Hebrews 13:22-25

Click here to open the Video Devotional Hebrews 13:22-25 As the author of Hebrews closes this letter, he gives a second part to the conclusion.  The first part (Hebrews 13:20-21) is a recap of the contents of the letter in giving praise, glory, and blessing to God and our Savior Jesus, and to the authors …

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Hebrews 13:20-21

Click here to open the Video Devotional Hebrews 13:20-21 In Hebrews 13:20-21 the author is giving his closing to the letter with a summary of what he has been teaching throughout the letter.  He refers to God as the God of peace in Hebrews 13:20 as he has taught in Hebrews 12:14 (NKJV), “Pursue peace …

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Hebrews 13:18-19

Click here to open the Video Devotional Hebrews 13:18-19 The author of Hebrews asks for prayer from the recipients of the letter in support of having a good conscience and their desire to live honorably (Hebrews 13:18).  The urgency in the need for prayer is indicated in verse 19 in that as the precise situation …

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Hebrews 13:17

Click here to open the Video Devotional Hebrews 13:17 This command given by the author of Hebrews comes in two parts: the first is for the pastor, priest, and teacher of the Bible.  The NKJV and the KJV begins verse 17 by stating to “obey those who rule over you,” but I believe the NIV …

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