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Daily Devotional & Prayer Requests / Conformed to transformedLast post by misfire - October 29, 2025, 07:55:52 AM"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—His good, pleasing, and perfect will."
Romans 12:2 Selfish ambition. Greed. Violence. Debauchery. Idolatry. These strong words are often called "woes" in Scripture. Yet they easily describe much of modern culture. Things haven't changed much. God used these same terms to describe ancient Babylon when He spoke to the prophet Habakkuk. Selfish Ambition (Habakkuk 2:4–5): A society driven by wealth and status, where corners are cut and relationships crumble. From social media influencers to corporate executives, the pursuit of success can tempt people to sacrifice integrity and even harm others along the way. Greed (Habakkuk 2:9–11): The Bible calls this coveting: an envy so deep it breeds resentment. God took this sin so seriously that He included it in the Ten Commandments. Violence (Habakkuk 2:12–14): Babylon was infamous for brutality and power. Sadly, our world is still marked by bloodshed and conflict. Debauchery (Habakkuk 2:15–17): This word means excessive indulgence in pleasure. For Babylon it was drunkenness. Today, it is seen in sexual immorality, drug abuse, and the opioid crisis devastating communities. Idolatry (Habakkuk 2:18–20): Babylonians bowed to images of metal and wood. Today's idols are less obvious but just as dangerous. Careers, relationships, money, hobbies, or anything else we put before God can take His place. Though God originally addressed Babylon, His words speak clearly to us. Ask Him to reveal which "modern-day woes" might be growing in your own life. With His help, you can uproot even small seeds of sin before they take hold. Then follow Paul's counsel: refuse to conform to the world's pattern and invite the Lord to transform your mind through His Word. You will never regret it. #52
Daily Devotional & Prayer Requests / Welcome little childrenLast post by misfire - October 29, 2025, 07:55:01 AMEven so it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones should perish
Matthew 18:14 After their exodus from Egypt, Israel was poised to enter the Promised Land of Canaan—but fear of the inhabitants held them back. Because of their disobedience, that entire generation of Israelites was forbidden from entering Canaan—except for their children who had "no knowledge of good and evil" (Deuteronomy 1:39). God did not hold the children responsible for their parents' sinful decision. Recommended Reading: Luke 18:15-16 The exemption of children from judgment because of their innocence is a pattern continued throughout redemptive history. Many a parent who has lost a child has wondered about the child's eternal destiny. Even though children are born with a sinful nature, God's compassion and mercy toward them will ensure their presence in heaven for eternity. God is not willing that even one of these little ones should perish in their innocence. Christians can take great comfort in knowing that babies and children who are unable to fully understand the reality of their sinfulness will be welcomed into God's presence for eternity. God watches over the scattered dust of His own children, gathers it again, and will suffer nothing of them to perish. #53
Daily Devotional & Prayer Requests / When all you can do is reachLast post by misfire - October 29, 2025, 07:54:10 AM"She thought, 'If I just touch His clothes, I will be healed.'"
Mark 5:28 Twelve years of suffering. Twelve years of disappointment. Doctor after doctor, coin after coin, and still no relief. That's where this woman was when she heard about Jesus. She didn't have a detailed plan or a theological argument. She had one hope: "If I just touch His clothes..." That's the kind of faith born from desperation. Not polished. Not loud. But real. Her story reminds us that faith is sometimes a trembling hand reaching through the crowd, barely believing you're worthy of His attention. And yet, Jesus notices. He always notices. Not just the act, but the heart behind it. We live in a world that demands self-reliance. But Jesus honors vulnerability. The kind of vulnerability that says, "I've got nothing left but this one hope: that You can help me." And here's the beauty—He doesn't just heal her body. He speaks to her heart. "Daughter," He says, affirming her place in the family of God. "Go in peace" (Mark 5:34). Not just with healed skin, but with restored dignity and deep peace within. You may not be battling the same kind of illness, but maybe you know what it's like to feel isolated, forgotten, or broken beyond repair. Maybe your faith feels small. That's okay. God doesn't ask you to have it all together. He just asks you to reach out to Him in faith. Do it today! #54
General Forum / Re: Word Association GameLast post by captpete - October 29, 2025, 06:21:26 AMbaked
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General Forum / Re: 3 word storyLast post by Turkeybutt - October 29, 2025, 05:27:47 AMwe learn lessons
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General Forum / Re: Word Association GameLast post by Turkeybutt - October 29, 2025, 05:25:00 AMHam
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General Forum / Re: Word Association GameLast post by Lcmacd 58 - October 29, 2025, 04:56:09 AMRadio
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General Forum / Missouri Non-Resident RegsLast post by arkrem870 - October 29, 2025, 03:53:11 AMhttps://mdc.mo.gov/contact-engage/public-commenting-opportunities/turkey-regulation-changes
More non-resident discrimination.....take time to read the entire article. This is a feel good and nothing more. Non residents account for 8-9% of hunters and 10-13% of harvest. Those harvesting a second gobbler is biologically insignificant. #59
General Forum / Re: Shot size and brushLast post by silvestris - October 29, 2025, 12:37:16 AMShoot or don't shoot. You just size up the situation and make the decision.
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General Forum / Re: Word Association GameLast post by War Eagle - October 28, 2025, 11:33:00 PMStation
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