The Outcast
out·cast – a person who has been rejected by society or a social group. A leper, outsider, or outcast.
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The Outcast: Jairus
I don’t know how often this series will occur, but I am thankful for the opportunity to resume The Outcast series… Lately, I have had moments of being reminded of Jairus’ daughter. Though thought to have died, she now lives. Within these few Bible verses, there are s-e-v-e-r-a-l people’s stories that could be told. It seems fitting to… Continue reading
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Naaman’s Expectations
The other day, I was reminded of one person who struggled with leprosy. He wasn’t the likely outcast. He was popular and very influential man. He had expectations that he would be received the same way, when he approached a man of God. He went for healing. He went from popular to an outcast (of… Continue reading
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The Outcast: Noah’s Faith and Testimony
While I think on all the amazing people God has ministered to and used throughout the course of history, I am reminded of one in particular that stands out. A man, though imperfect, who was defined by a special kind of relationship with His Creator. A man whose name is Noah, who is known for… Continue reading
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The Outcast: A Man with an Identity
My patient friends, Here is “The Outcast” post that was meant to go out last Sunday. I hope you will be blessed by it. The link for the devotion is below. “When Jesus got out of the boat, a man with an impure spirit came from the tombs to meet him. This man lived in the… Continue reading
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Do It Again (Matthew 3:1-12)
John the Baptist was chosen by God. That was his identity. In whom his hope was found. Matthew 3 begins with John the Baptist stepping into the role that God called him to. There are many questions we could pose regarding John the Baptist. One such question would be: Did John the Baptist take his own time… Continue reading
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