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God Comes to Us
“Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, and he began to teach them.” Matthew 5:1-2 Whe...
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Going God’s Way
“There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.” Proverbs 14:12 We live in a culture that is steeped with independence, ...
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What Do You Believe about the Bible?
“The Word of the Lord endures forever.” 1 Peter 1:25 Do you believe in the Bible? What does believing in something really mean anyway? A huge crowd ...
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Re-seeing the Kingdom of God: Those Who Are Persecuted for the Sake of Righteousness
As Jesus begins His public ministry, it becomes undeniable that people want to listen to Him. As he begins his Sermon on the Mount, His longest record...
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Go Tell It On the Mountain
“But the angel said to them, “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 Savi...
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For When We Need Help
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law ...
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An Anchor for Our Emotions
“Sanctify them by the truth, your word is truth.” John 17:17 Counseling teenagers is similar to riding my favorite roller coaster at our local amuse...
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Pour Over Coffee and Meditating on God’s Word
“Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight i...
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God Communicates with You Constantly
“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.” Psalm 19:14 What do you val...
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A Hide and Seek Worldview of Love
“For at one time you were in darkness, but now you are Light in the Lord. Walk as children of Light.” Ephesians 5:8 “Again Jesus spoke to them, say...
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Re-seeing the Kingdom of God: The Peacemakers
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Matthew 5:9 As Jesus begins His public ministry, it becomes undeniable that ...
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Waiting With Christ
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness, a light has dawned” Isaiah 9:2 While Christma...
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What Does True Friendship Look Like?
“But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.” 1...
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“Good News of Great Joy!”
“And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, an...
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Prayer Is like Banging on the Door
“And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Luke 11:9 As a pastor, one of the ...
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What Are You Running for?
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us...
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It’s Almost All Temporary
“For everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven..” Ecclesiastes 3:1 I’m such a person of habit. It’s almost to a fault ...
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He Who Began a Good Work
“And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” Philippians 1:6 Do the beauty ...
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Re-seeing the Kingdom of God: Those Who Hunger & Thirst
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” Matthew 5:6 As Jesus begins His public ministry, it becomes un...
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What Does a Great Day Attitude Look Like?
“This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it!”Psalm 118:24 We love Lord of the Rings in our house! We watch the whole s...
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Christ Has Come
“And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up. And as was his custom, he went to the synagogue on the Sabbath day, and he stood up to read. ...
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Help Without
“I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:1-2 Psalm 121 invi...
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Nobody's Perfect
“And so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, ‘Do not be afraid; from now on you will be ...
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Re-seeing the Kingdom of God: The Pure in Heart
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” Matthew 5:8 As Jesus begins His public ministry, it becomes undeniable that people want to l...
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The Perfect Story
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” Proverbs 3:5 Whether it’s Council Fire, Vespers, or Banquet, we ...
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When I Am Weak
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weakness...
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Rejoice, Pray, Give Thanks!
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-1...
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The Riches of God’s Grace
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us.” Ephesian...
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God's Greatness in Our Weakness
“The Lord upholds all who are falling and raises up all who are bowed down.” Psalm 145:14 David Ireland was married to a wonderful woman and despera...
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The Promised Holy Spirit
“And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him wi...