Ephesians 1:11 – In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan

In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will, – Ephesians 1:11 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org There is great joy and freedom when you realize that you didn’t choose God, but He [...]



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Proverbs 30:5-6 – “Every word of God is flawless;

“Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Do not add to his words, or he will rebuke you and prove you a liar. – Proverbs 30:5-6 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org Have you ever read a Scripture that made you very [...]



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Proverbs 1:15-16 – my son, do not go along with them, do not set foot on their paths;

my son, do not go along with them, do not set foot on their paths; for their feet rush into evil, they are swift to shed blood. – Proverbs 1:15-16 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org Swiftness is one of the characteristics of sin in the Scripture. Whether it is the adulterous [...]



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Deuteronomy 8:17-18 – You may say to yourself, “My power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me.”

You may say to yourself, “My power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me.” But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today. – Deuteronomy 8:17-18 [...]



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1 Timothy 1:15-16 – Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners

Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe [...]



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2 Timothy 3:16-17 – All Scripture is God-breathed

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. – 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org Paul uses the language of the Garden of Eden. When God formed Adam [...]



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James 5:17-18 – Elijah was a human being, even as we are.

Elijah was a human being, even as we are. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops. – James 5:17-18 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior [...]



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Titus 2:11-13 – For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people.

For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, [...]



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Mark 7:21-22 – For it is from within, out of a person’s heart, that evil thoughts come

For it is from within, out of a person’s heart, that evil thoughts come-sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed, malice, deceit, lewdness, envy, slander, arrogance and folly. – Mark 7:21-22 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org The Bible doesn’t describe sin as something from the outside. It is not like an infection [...]



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Isaiah 1:17 – Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed.

Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow. – Isaiah 1:17 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org Earlier in this passage, God stated that He was not moved with Israel’s dead religious activities. Their pious observances had become [...]



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Daniel 1:12-13 – “Please test your servants for ten days

“Please test your servants for ten days: Give us nothing but vegetables to eat and water to drink. Then compare our appearance with that of the young men who eat the royal food, and treat your servants in accordance with what you see.” – Daniel 1:12-13 (NIV) Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org [...]



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2 Chronicles 1:11-12 – God said to Solomon, “Since this is your heart’s desire and you have not asked for wealth, possessions or honor, nor for the death of your enemies

God said to Solomon, “Since this is your heart’s desire and you have not asked for wealth, possessions or honor, nor for the death of your enemies, and since you have not asked for a long life but for wisdom and knowledge to govern my people over whom I have made you king, therefore wisdom [...]



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