Monthly Archives: June 2017

NO “IFS”

Mark – The Facts. When our kids attempt to “talk back” to us when given a direction to do something, we typically say, “No ifs, ands or buts! Just do it and trust me!” We say this because it was … Continue reading

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SEEING ONLY JESUS

Mark 9 – The Facts. As believers there are times in our lives, in the middle of our circumstances that convince us the Jesus is Lord as well as Savior. When we look up and see only Him, it is … Continue reading

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TO TELL THE TRUTH

Mark – The Facts. I game show I used to watch many years ago as a kid is making a new appearance with the same title, “To Tell the Truth”. Three people introduced themselves as the same person. Then a … Continue reading

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BUILDING FAITH

Mark 8 – The Facts. 22-23 They arrived at Bethsaida. Some people brought a sightless man and begged Jesus to give him a healing touch. Taking him by the hand, he led him out of the village. He put spit … Continue reading

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MEANWHILE BACK IN THE BOAT

Mark – The Facts. As parents (or teachers), how many times have you given clearly spoken directions of what you think is simple. Your kids, (because of their age and perspective), listen to the words and then do what was … Continue reading

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WHAT DO YOU EXPECT US TO DO?

Mark – The Facts. In situations where needs arise unexpectedly with the church body, what is the first thing that comes to mind? A quick evaluation will reveal the health of the any group of people who say they want … Continue reading

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HE COULDN’T ESCAPE NOTICE

Mark – The Facts. Celebrities work hard to be known. Then they work hard to escape the crowds who want to see them because of their accomplishments. Jesus became more than popular while He was here on earth. He became … Continue reading

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WHAT GOES IN, COMES OUT

Mark – The Facts. An old Cherokee is teaching his grandson about life. β€œA fight is going on inside me,” he said to the boy. β€œIt is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves. One is evil – … Continue reading

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JESUS SEES OUR STRUGGLE

Mark – The Facts. Before problems arise in our lives, Jesus sees the imminent danger of the storm brewing on the horizon. He watches to see how we will handle the situation. At just the right time, He walks by … Continue reading

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SAY AMEN AND MOVE ON

Mark – The Facts. Do you experience times of tiredness as ministry leaders and volunteers? For example, have you sat in the nursery or preschool room with many tenacious toddlers and wondered, “When IS the pastor going to say the … Continue reading

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