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THE OTHER OLDER BROTHER—

Posted on October 28, 2024 by randscallawayffm

The twin boys struggled to be first from the womb of Rebekah.  Esau was heading for the birth finish line when Jacob grabbed his heel.  But the grab didn’t pull Esau back from being born first.  We’ve spent the last … Continue reading →

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LET US GET UP AND GO TO THE BETHEL!

Posted on October 27, 2024 by randscallawayffm

I sought the Lord and He heard and He answeredI sought the Lord and He heard and He answeredI sought the Lord and He heard and He answeredThat’s why I trust Him, that’s why I trust Him (Songwriters: Brandon Lake … Continue reading →

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REVENGEFUL DECEIT

Posted on October 26, 2024 by randscallawayffm

To get even, take back what was taken from us, while repaying the hurt doled out to us is our natural first response without thinking.  Just watch toddlers in the church nursery to prove this theory!  However, God reminds us … Continue reading →

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RESTORING WHAT WAS LOST

Posted on October 25, 2024 by randscallawayffm

There is no human on earth that has not experienced a broken relationship with another human.  Maybe it was a close friend who was like a brother or sister, but one of you moved away and you didn’t keep in … Continue reading →

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WRESTLING RIGHTEOUS RELATIONSHIPS

Posted on October 24, 2024 by randscallawayffm

To come back home means facing Esau, the twin brother Jacob deceived and ran away from twenty years ago to escape the wrath of anger and retaliation from Esau.  Fear seeps in and overcomes Jacob.  Jacob’s emotions of dread in … Continue reading →

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GOING HOME

Posted on October 23, 2024 by randscallawayffm

Goodbyes are most often packed with all forms of emotions.  Long-lasting relationships can be solidified or broken over goodbyes.  God teaches Jacob, and us, that we must not wait until death or a tragic occurrence takes away the ability to … Continue reading →

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GENERATIONS OF JEALOUSY

Posted on October 22, 2024 by randscallawayffm

Jealousy is a sin that hampers all relationships.  Jealousy comes from comparing ourselves to others which turns all our thoughts, words, and actions into a competition for affection, worth, and value.  Leah and Rachel are two sisters who are extremely … Continue reading →

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WHAT WE DO FOR LOVE!

Posted on October 21, 2024 by randscallawayffm

May His favor be upon youAnd a thousand generationsAnd your family and your childrenAnd their children, and their children May His presence go before youAnd behind you, and beside youAll around you, and within youHe is with you, he is … Continue reading →

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BLESSED AND SENT

Posted on October 19, 2024 by randscallawayffm

There is nothing we will do that will prevent God from accomplishing His will among His people.  Jacob was chosen from the womb by God to be the one who will carry on the promise He had given to Abraham, … Continue reading →

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DECEPTION DESTROYS RELATIONSHIPS

Posted on October 18, 2024 by randscallawayffm

Relationships that include deception, betrayal, hate, envy, jealousy, and arrogance do not fare well and can lead to avenging thoughts of getting even.  In fact, all unhealthy relationships consistently “keep score” of wrong doings and the stuff accumulated by deceptive … Continue reading →

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