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"Philippians 4:12 reveals a profound truth: there is a “secret to learning contentment.” As Paul shows in the next verse, the secret is the strength Christ provides: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” This verse is a powerful reminder that our ability to be content comes from Christ’s strength.
Think of a tree: we only see the part above ground, but the unseen roots gather the vital resources. Similarly, the spiritual roots that go deep into Christ for the strength He provides are the essential part of contentment nobody sees.
With Being Content God’s Way, you will…
• learn to “be content with what you have” (Hebrews 13:5)
• enjoy personal stories and application to daily life
• be equipped to put off covetousness (Colossians 3:5)
• receive biblical answers to common questions
• discover why “godliness with contentment is great gain” (1 Timothy 6:6-10)
Contentment is not an elusive concept. Instead, it is a tangible reality within our reach through a relationship with Christ."
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Few passages expose the darkness of the human heart—and the beauty of Christ’s innocence—like Jesus’ illegal trial before the religious leaders.
He was mocked, blindfolded, beaten, and condemned… all while remaining the sinless Son of God who willingly suffered for our salvation.
This message walks verse-by-verse through Luke 22:63–71 to show:
• the wickedness revealed in human depravity
• the innocence and obedience of Christ
• why Jesus had to suffer this way
• what this means for your walk with God today
📖 Read the blog post: https://www.scottlapierre.org/jesus-on-trial/
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Praying this strengthens your faith and deepens your love for Christ.
Shimei completely misjudged David—and let bitterness poison his heart for decades.
When David was at one of the lowest points of his life, Shimei hurled rocks, curses, and false accusations at him.
But when the tables turned, and David was restored, Shimei said, “I have sinned,” not out of repentance, but out of fear.
This message is a needed warning for all of us:
• Bitterness can distort our judgment
• Pain can tempt us to mistreat people
• Fear can produce confessions that lack true repentance
God calls us to something better: genuine repentance rooted in truth, not fear.
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📝 Read the blog post: https://www.scottlapierre.org/shimei-false-repentance/