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Conviction about Christ’s Call
King Josiah was just about my age when a secretary told him “they found a book” in the temple. Hearing it read, he tore his clothes. Soon, all the people in the land heard the words of the book. They sought God, and reformed their practices. Hundreds of years of idolatrous landmarks and openly sinful…
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A Helpful Key to Understanding the Bible in 30 Days
Sitting in the front row, as per usual, I diligently took notes. The class was Biblical Literature. I was a freshmen unaccustomed to college level studies- and had spent the previous years of schooling being one to raise my hand often. Hand-raising on impulse was a hard habit to break, but my lack of Biblical…
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Spiritual Fitness Verses
Several of my freelance clients are in the fitness industry, so I’ve recently written a lot about workouts and resolutions. It seems “getting in shape” is the goal of many! Debbie Wilson recently wrote here about exercising our souls so we have firm faith instead of fragile faith. She wisely points out: “Because faith is…
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Oh You of (Lasting) Faith
“Oh you of little faith,” Jesus said. I get it. The guy was sinking. His succumbing to the waves, we’re explicitly told, is because he doubted. So yes, his failing faith left him flailing in the moment. But before that? Peter got out of the boat. “Jesus,” I want to challenge, “doesn’t that count for…
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Favorites of 2018
Favorite Books of 2018 Heroes by Iain Murray It’s All Under Control by Jennifer Dukes Lee He is Enough by Asheritah Ciuciu Battle Ready by Kely Balarie High King of Heaven by John MacArthur Favorite Posts of 2018 Does God Want Me to Be Happy? by Lesley Crawford Learning to Love the Unlovely by Rachel…
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A Gift to You (Christmas Praise 3)
The Angel’s Good News “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped…
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As Was Said! (Christmas Praise 2)
Zechariah’s Praise “Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has come to his people and redeemed them. He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David (as he said through his holy prophets of long ago), salvation from our enemies and from the…
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Why We Can be Generous
We tend to hear a lot about giving during the Christmas season. From finding and sharing presents to making year-end donations to spreading cheer, there’s just a lot of giving going around. Praise the Lord, we can be generous! Join me at Recharge Wednesday for a look at reasons why we can be so generous….
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Yes, He Has! (Christmas Praise 1)
Mary’s Song of Praise: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me— holy is his name. His mercy extends…
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What Taking Up Your Cross Might Look Like Today
When Paul became a follower of Christ, one of the results was that he became a pariah among his own people. He was beaten, tortured, and persecuted. Eventually, Paul gave his life for the cause of Christ. That was what taking up his cross looked like, and he rejoiced in it. But what does the…