Tag: Christianity
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It’s Not a Fantasy, There IS Power In The Blood
I have been watching a fantasy movie about kings and queens who are in this ongoing battle about who is the rightful king of the seven realms. The more I watch the movie the more I believe that they have taken Christian principles to write a fiction film. Now stay with me as I talk…
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Believe With All Your Heart
Have you ever pondered what it truly means to believe with all your heart? It’s a profound concept rooted deeply in faith, and it’s something that transforms lives when embraced fully. Today, let’s explore this idea together and discover how believing with all our heart can lead us to a deeper relationship with God. Believing…
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Why the Thought of the Cross Offends
Yesterday, while scanning the channels on my Sirius XM radio, I discovered a Billy Graham channel that plays his old sermons and talks. This discovery felt timely because on Sunday night at dinner, several church members and I had been discussing the great evangelist. Intrigued, I decided to listen to one of his sermons during…
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Should Christians Have Class?
Have you ever pondered the idea of “class” and whether it’s something Christians should strive for? Class is often seen as subjective, but at its core, it’s about how we treat others. Let’s dive into what having class means, how we should treat people we perceive as lacking it, and what the Bible says about…
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Friends, Best Friends, and Frenemies
It’s natural for us to be drawn to people who are different from us, including non-Christians. Their lives can sometimes seem more exciting and less restrictive than ours. However, God has set up guidelines to protect us, much like parents do for their children. 2 Corinthians 6:14 (NIV) advises, “Do not be yoked together with…
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Built Differently
Ford’s commercials for their trucks remind me of Christians. Over the years, Ford has used several slogans, but my favorites are “Built to Last,” “Built Strong,” and “Go Further.” Each of these slogans perfectly captures qualities that I believe describe Christians. Ford was attempting to let the world know what make their trucks unique and…
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Our Marriage Affects Our Testimony of Jesus
Let’s talk about a topic close to my heart—marriage. This year, 2024, my husband and I celebrated 44 years of marriage. There were times where I wondered if we would actually make it this long. I would love to tell you that after getting married it was a bed of roses every day of every…
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Would You Like a Reset?
Have you ever felt like your life is spinning out of control? Maybe your kids are driving you up the wall, your coworkers or boss are piling on the pressure, and everything seems like it’s in chaos. It’s like you’re juggling a hundred things, and they’re all about to come crashing down. Wouldn’t it be…
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Don’t Be a Stooge
I’ve got something on my mind that I think you’ll find both amusing and enlightening. It’s about the concept of being a “stooge” and how we can sometimes unwittingly play that role in our Christian walk. Have you ever heard of the old comedy show, “The Three Stooges”? Let’s dive into that for a bit…
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Modern Day Adventurer
Good morning, friend! Let’s take a moment to imagine something together. Picture yourself as a modern-day adventurer, setting out on a journey. But this isn’t just any journey—it’s a biblical one, filled with purpose, challenges, and incredible experiences. Have you ever considered what it would be like to embark on such a journey? What if…
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