Tag: church
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Navigating Conflict with Grace
Last night at Church Pastor Tim spoke about gentleness in the mist of conflict and shared that although it may be hard it is something we should all strive for as we try to be more like Jesus. Following our evening service, I had gone home to participate in a zoom call with my siblings…
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Communicating Christ-like Love Through Non-Verbal Actions
Let’s delve into the profound impact of our non-verbal actions in our interactions with others, both within the Church and in the world. As followers of Christ, our words and actions should consistently reflect His love and grace. The Bible reminds us in 1 John 3:18: “Dear children, let us not love with words or…
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Spiritual Investments, Investing in the Eternal
In a world filled with financial endeavors and material pursuits, we often find ourselves diligently investing in various aspects of our lives. We invest in our retirement through 401Ks, in our homes and real estate, in education, and even in the cars we drive. These investments hold value and importance, helping secure our future and…
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Embracing New Beginnings: A Devotional Reflection on Parenthood and Church Transitions
Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV) “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.”_ Our church building is currently under contract, and we are moving to…
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Embracing Community: Overcoming Loneliness Through God’s Love
During the Covid pandemic, numerous churches made the difficult decision to suspend in-person worship services for safety reasons. As a result, many of them swiftly shifted their focus to online platforms, offering virtual worship services, Bible studies, and counseling sessions. This transition brought about unexpected advantages for members who chose to stay home. Once churches…
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Finding Freedom in God’s Plans
Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) – “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” “Why?” – A simple question that holds immense power and significance in our lives. It is a question we often ask ourselves…
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Resting in God’s Covenant: The Significance of Sabbath Observance
In my recollections of my father and our church life, I remember that he rarely attended church, except for special occasions like weddings, funerals, and our annual Christmas play. Despite this, he firmly believed in and adhered to the principles of the 10 commandments. He often expressed that he had faith in the “Good Book”…
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Turning Tears into Shouts of Joy
Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy. Psalms 126:5 (NLT) A friend sent me this scripture this morning. As most of you know I am a pastors wife. Being a leader can be very rewarding, however, at times it can be very hard and discouraging. I have managed/led people in large…
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