How are We Saved? (OGW – 7, Letter to Romans, Chapter 3)

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In today’s episode of Opening God’s Word we jump right into the debate about whether we are saved by faith or works!

We only have a couple of minutes, so let’s simplify it.  Tune in to see how we can take a challenging topic, and through the words of Paul in the Letter to the Romans, Chapter 3, cut to the basics.

You will not want to miss this!  Be sure to open up your bible, or go online and look closely at this chapter.

I hope you have a blessed day in God’s Word!

Janet Cassidy
janetcassidy.blogspot.com
Email:  johnseven38@yahoo.com

Just a Little Complaint (CC, 024)

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I don’t like to complain, but, what’s up with exercising when it doesn’t move the dial on the scales?  Surely my walking is making SOME difference, right?

Today I talk about doing good, even when you don’t see the results.

I suggest that you find what it is that you are being called to do, and try your best to do it.  Don’t let the apparent littleness of it stop you.  Don’t let the naysayers discourage you.  Don’t let that little voice in your head convince you it is not worth doing.  Don’t weigh its value against how big a wave it makes today.

I hope today’s episode will get you thinking and inspire you to continue your good work, even if you can’t see the difference it makes.

Janet Cassidy
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Email:  johnseven38@yahoo.com

Where is Evidence of God? (OGW – 6, Letter to Romans)

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Have you ever wondered where we can find evidence of God?  My reflection today on the Letter to Romans has the answer!

Paul is writing to the Christians in Rome and he makes the logical argument that the world around us gives evidence of God, because “God made it evident to them!”

I am so excited to talk about this passage and I hope you will be inspired to really think about this.  Maybe someone you know that is struggling with the existence of God will find it helpful as well.  Be sure to share it with a friend!

And don’t forget to check out my blog at janetcassidy.blogspot.com, or, if you are looking for Uplifting Prayers for Times of Distress, you can find these free downloadable prayers at janetcassidyinspirations.wordpress.com

Have a blessed day in God’s Word!

Janet Cassidy
Email me at:  johnseven38@yahoo.com

What Are You Covering Up? (Podcast, CC, 023)

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Let’s talk about that clutter!

Do you have closets, or a garage, or even a basement full of STUFF?  What is it doing to your peace of mind, and WHY aren’t you doing anything about it?

Often the massive overflow filling up our homes can become a burden, one that stands between us and God!  How is that possible?  What’s the connection? Why is simplicity important?

Listen in as I talk about my bookcases and how I approached them when I realized they were becoming overstuffed.  Let’s talk about what you may be covering up when you can’t let go of things.

There may be a few reasons you haven’t considered, as to why you are so attached.

Please share this podcast with a friend if you think they might find it helpful!

Janet Cassidy
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Email:  johnseven38@yahoo.com

 

You Want Me to Love Who? (OGW – 5)

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Today we get to listen in to a conversation between Jesus and a scholar.  The scholar is steeped in Mosaic law, but he asks Jesus what he must do to have eternal life.

Jesus turns the question back to him.  Tune in to find out how their discussion ends and what it means for us today.

Have a blessed day in God’s Word!

Janet Cassidy
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What Must You Do? (OGW -4)

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In today’s reflection we are encouraged by Paul in his Second Letter to Timothy to “stir into flame” the gift that God has given us.

Before we can do that, there is one very important, foundational thing we must do.  Are you prepared?  Do you know what you must do first?

Maybe you don’t feel you know enough to talk about God with others.  Maybe you are afraid you will end up in a debate or an argument.

If so, you will want to know what must take place first so that you will be ready.

I invite you to share this podcast with a friend and let it open up a discussion!  Don’t forget to check out my blog at janetcassidy.blogspot.com

Have a blessed day in God’s Word.

Janet Cassidy
Email:  johnseven38@yahoo.com

What Will Your List Look Like? (Podcast, OGW-3)

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Oh my!  Today’s big list of sins given in the Book of Baruch cause us to reflect on the ways that we too may “not heed the voice of the Lord,” or follow our own hearts and do evil in the sight of God.

Let’s see what our list looks like and how we can begin to improve it so that when the time comes, we are not only aware of our sins, but can happily say we tried to turn away from them as best we could.

Have a blessed day in God’s Word!

Janet Cassidy
janetcassidyblogspot.com
email:  johnseven38@yahoo.com

 

Living in a Foreign Land (Podcast) (OGW-2)

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Do you ever feel like you are living in a foreign land, like the people mourning and weeping along the river in Babylon?

Do you ever feel like they did, when others ask you for a new song, but you feel as though you have hung up your harp?

As we explore Psalms 137 and 138, we move from mourning and weeping to a grateful heart, where we find that we can sing again!  We discover that the Lord does not forsake us and that his love endures forever!

You will find all of my scripture reflections of the day under the “Opening God’s Word” above.

Don’t forget to share with a friend!

Have a blessed day in God’s Word!

Janet Cassidy
Contact: johnseven38@yahoo.com

How do you respond to rejection? (Luke 9:51-56)

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In today’s passage we find Jesus “resolutely determined” to journey to Jerusalem, but what happens when he and his disciples encounter a Samaritan village?

What are the two things his disciples want to do in response?

Jesus teaches them, as he does us today, how we are to respond when we are rejected.

Janet Cassidy
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How Do You Treat People? CC022

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The point to today’s podcast is to encourage us to evaluate our behavior towards other people to be sure that we are not an obstacle to someone coming to faith.

How do you respond when you meet someone whose life choices are contrary to the Gospel?

What about that person who is “unappealing to our senses” or is crushed and broken by life? Do you want them sitting next to you in church?

Will you stare at them, or welcome them?

Jesus called out the leaders of his day, the Scribes and Pharisees, for being hypocritical.

Surely he wouldn’t ever talk about us this way, would he?

Have a Blessed day in God’s Word!

Janet Cassidy
janetcassidy.blogspot.com
email:  johnseven38@yahoo.com