Christ’s Love is a Choice!

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  And He withdrew from them about a stone’s throw, and He knelt down and began to pray, saying, “Father, if You are willing, remove this cup from Me; yet not My will, but Yours be done.” (Luke 22:41-42) Jesus … Continue reading

Does God Harbor Unforgiveness?

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If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9) What does God’s forgiveness look like?  We tend to think of God’s forgiveness much as … Continue reading

Reflecting His Glory in Darkness!

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Reflected Glory! Holy, Holy, Holy, is the LORD of hosts, The whole earth is full of His glory! (Isaiah 6:3b) Have you noticed the beautiful Full Moon this week?  Isn’t it gorgeous? I took the attached picture last Friday evening, January 6, … Continue reading

Christmas Mourning ~ Blessed are Those Who Mourn!

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We speak of Christmas as the most joyful time of year.  We sing lyrics, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!”  And Christmas is a wonderful time of great joy and rich traditions, specifically because of the event which … Continue reading

All ALONE ~ in a Crowded Church

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Sometimes Church feels like the loneliest place on Earth!  Much more lonely than simply being alone! Usually, I love being in Church.  I find comfort in worshipping God with others of the same faith.  I enjoy studying God’s word together, … Continue reading

Change Me, Lord! Please?

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This weekend, we had our three grandsons over, for a couple of days.  What a blessing, they are!  Three little live-wire boys, ages one to six years, full of energy and good cheer! The youngest, at just under two years old, … Continue reading

This Foolish Fantastic Gospel!

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Have you ever thought about how the gospel must sound to someone hearing it for the very first time?  I think that, as Christians, we often fail to realize just how drastically different our world view is from others.  Just … Continue reading

Of Shattered Dreams ~ And Broken Pitchers

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Have you ever experienced a shattered dream or a broken heart?  Maybe a failed marriage?  The death of a loved one?  A child with an incurable diagnosis?  A ministry that just never quite got off the ground?  Lost your job?  Lost … Continue reading

The Miracle of Life!

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Earlier this week, we welcomed our youngest grand-daughter into the world!  At 8 lbs, 9 oz, she is a healthy, precious, wonderful, little bundle of joy!  Holding her close, watching her expressions, seeing her look around, I bask in the … Continue reading

Divorce Statistics Do NOT Belong in a Sermon!

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If I hear another sermon or newsletter quoting divorce statistics and repercussions of divorce, I may just puke! This has been a growing pet peeve for some time, and in the last two weeks I have heard one sermon, received … Continue reading