Tag: faith
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How To Live in Tumultuous Times
Today, I want to take you on a journey back in time—to the days of the prophet Micah. Now, you might be wondering, “What does Micah have to do with us today?” Well, stick with me, and you’ll see how his message is just as relevant now as it was back then. You see, Micah…
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No Quitters Allowed
Hey there, have you ever felt like giving up? Like the challenges before you are just too overwhelming to overcome. Well, you’re not alone. In fact, throughout the Bible, we see countless examples of people who faced difficult circumstances and were tempted to quit. But you know what? God had a way of stepping in…
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Blessed Are the Cracked
Hey there, have you ever heard the saying, “Blessed are the cracked, for they will let in the light” by Groucho Marx? It’s a powerful reminder that even in our brokenness and imperfection, God can use us to bring light into the world. You see, as Christians, we’re all cracked in some way or another.…
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Standing Firm in the Face of Discrimination
Have you ever felt like you’re facing discrimination because of your faith? It’s tough, isn’t it? Well, if you have, I want you to know that you’re not alone. This morning on the news I heard a story about a husband and wife in Washington who were told they could not be Foster Parents because…
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The Fickleness of Human Hearts
It’s Palm Sunday, and the streets are filled with excitement and anticipation as Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey. The crowds are waving palm branches and shouting “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” It’s a scene of celebration and adoration, with the people openly acknowledging Jesus as…
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Stubborn As A Donkey
Do you remember the story of the talking donkey in the Old Testament, found in Numbers 22:21-39. It wasn’t just a cute little animal story about a talking donkey; it was something that God used to help a stubborn prophet: Balaam and is lesson for us for today. Imagine you’re Balaam, a prophet of God,…
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If You Are Going to Be a Bear, Be a Grizzly
Have you ever heard the saying, “If you’re going to be a bear, be a grizzly”? It’s a reminder to embrace strength, tenacity, and fearlessness in whatever we do. As Christians, we are called to be bold and courageous in our faith, to stand firm in God’s truth, and to fearlessly follow His call on…
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Living Sponges: Absorbing God’s Word into Our Hearts
Just as a sponge absorbs liquid, we, as Christians, are called to absorb and internalize God’s Word in our lives. Much like the porous structure of a sponge, our hearts and minds should be open and receptive to the truths and teachings found in Scripture. In Psalm 119:11, the psalmist declares, “I have hidden your…
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Dream Big Dreams
Have you ever had a dream that felt so vivid, so real, that it stuck with you long after you woke up? Maybe it was a dream about achieving a goal, pursuing a passion, or making a positive impact in the world. Dreams have a unique way of stirring something deep within us, igniting our…
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