Author Archives: Jonathan Kobayashi

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9) Ever wish you could make someone do the right …

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Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. (Proverbs 3:5-6, NKJV)  When confronted with a problem, many people sit down and try to figure out how to fix it. If you call a friend for advice, they …

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Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28) Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall. (Psalm 55:22)  “I could be very calm if I didn’t have to deal with all of these irritating people, especially my …

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“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts …

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Now a man came up to Jesus and asked, “Teacher, what good thing must I do to get eternal life?” “Why do you ask me about what is good?” Jesus replied. “There is only One who is good. If you want to enter life, obey the commandments.” “Which ones?” the man enquired. Jesus replied, “‘Do …

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May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. (Romans 15:13) Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. (2 Thessalonians 3:16) Can you think of …

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Blessed is the man…(whose) delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. (Psalm 1:1-2) You are in a crisis. You need to make a decision, and fast. The question pops into your mind from the WWJD bracelet you are wearing…What Would Jesus Do? How can you know …

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All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness. (2 Timothy 3:16)  What do you measure things against when making decisions about what is right and wrong? Everyone has something that they use or someone they consult with to help them decide if it is right to do something. Politicians …

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