Tag: spiritual growth
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The Christian Life and the Turtle: Slow, Steady, and Protected
The Christian Life and the Turtle: Slow, Steady, and Protected In a fast-paced world where we often feel the pressure to keep up with the ever-changing times, the turtle can teach us valuable lessons about the Christian life. Though small, slow, and seemingly fragile, the turtle’s behaviors and characteristics provide a beautiful picture of how…
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Growing and Maturing as a Christian
As Christians, our journey of faith is not static but dynamic. This past week I spent several days with youngest grandchildren. My granddaughter was so proud that she had lost several teeth. She proudly pointed to the empty gums where her baby teeth used to be, and I promptly responded that this meant she was…
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Seeing, Hearing, and Loving Like Jesus
The age-old saying “hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil” is familiar to many, often illustrated by three monkeys covering their eyes, ears, and mouths. In a spiritual context, we should seek a different perspective—one that invites us to open our eyes to see the lost and hurting, open our ears to hear…
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Initiating Spiritual Conversations
As Christians, we are called to initiate spiritual conversations with both those we know well and those we have just met. These conversations can be powerful ways to share the love of Christ and bring the message of hope to a world in need. But how can we initiate these discussions, make them more comfortable,…
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The Challenge of Spiritual Growth
Many of us have experienced moments of frustration on our spiritual journey. We may have wondered if we’re investing enough time in our spiritual growth and whether we’re seeing the desired results. In this devotional, we will explore this common struggle and discover how to approach it with faith and trust in God’s timing. Time…
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Disappointment
Matthew 6:1 Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. I would love to say that I have not posted lately simply because I have been too busy, but that would only be half truth. True bloggers could call me out really quickly because a true blogger is never…
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