Today's Reading | September 29, 2024
James 4:1-17
Introduction James 4:1–17: James teaches about the source of fights and quarrels, about desiring pleasures, and about humility. He warns his readers about the consequences of criticizing others and boasting. Today’s Key Verse: James 4:10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. Reading 4 Where do all the fights and quarrels among you come from? They come…
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John 15:1-17
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Luke 4:31-44
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John 14:15-31
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John 14:1-14
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