The Spirit alone gives eternal life. Human effort accomplishes nothing. And the very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.
John 6:63
And I will give them singleness of heart and put a new spirit within them. I will take away their stony, stubborn heart and give them a tender, responsive heart,
Ezekiel 11:19
This promise is to you, to your children, and to those far away - all who have been called by the Lord our God."
Acts 2:39
Lord, as our very existence flowed from the lips of your mouth, may we ebb ever closer to you, our true home. Call us together, Lord, that wherever we are, all would share in the light of your presence. Amen.
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