Monthly Archives: April 2024

MOTIVES BEHIND THE MESSAGE

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through … Continue reading

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COMMITTED OBEDIENCE

When we walk with the Lord in the light of His WordWhat a glory He sheds on our way!While we do His good will, He abides with us stillAnd with all who will trust and obey Trust and obey, for … Continue reading

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HARD TO SAY GOODBYE

Admit it—it’s hard to say goodbye.  It’s hard to leave people who love you and the work God has called you to be and do in a certain place for a period of time.  But it is harder still not … Continue reading

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THE ENCOURAGER

An encourager is born and matured from their own suffering and sacrifice. They have more empathy for others who are discouraged and in pain because they know and have experienced pain.  But an encourager’s pain, sadness over disappointing responses from … Continue reading

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ONE GOD?  BAD FOR BUSINESS!

In the old west shows we used to watch on tv as kids; we would learn that when a new preacher came to town speaking against the vices of the deplorable habits of drinking to excess, sexual exploits, and other … Continue reading

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HOLY SPIRIT DISCERNMENT

I loved going to the Oklahoma State Fair each year in early fall.  The heat of summer was ending as the air became cool and refreshing.  I loved the exhibits, fried food, and giveaways.  However, the Midway filled with carneys … Continue reading

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GOING AND MAKING DISCIPLES 101

GOD’S PLAN: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the … Continue reading

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THE CALL TO CHALLENGING PLACES

There was this time in our lives when God called us to leave ministry positions in one place to join another ministry in another state for “such a time as this”.  This ministry on the outside looked right and good, … Continue reading

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THE JUNKYARD VISIT

Have you ever visited a junkyard—a place where broken, old, and obsolete things end up to rust, decay, but not thrown away? Is the junkyard in our own backyards?  Mentally, spiritually, as well as physically? Paul has arrived in Athens, … Continue reading

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