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June 14, 2017

Perspectives

Jeff Adams (Arizona)

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In the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, 
it will be measured to you. - Matthew 7:2 (NIV)

The way we see God affects the way we see ourselves. If we imagine God to be a demanding boss, we expect to be rewarded or punished based on our performance. But if we believe that God is a loving father, we see ourselves as children — imperfect, yet adored....

Today's Prayer
Dear Father, help us see what you see and do what you do. Amen.
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Today's Reading
Matthew 22:36-40

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Because God loves me, I can love myself.

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