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About randscallawayffm

Randy and Susan co founded Finding Focus Ministries in 2006. Their goal as former full time pastors, is to serve and provide spiritual encouragement and focus to those on the "front lines" of ministry. Extensive experience being on both sides of ministry, paid and volunteer, on the mission fields of other countries as well as the United States, helps them bring a different perspective to those who need it most. Need a lift? Call us 260 229 2276.

THE PATH OF GRACE

Posted on March 22, 2022 by randscallawayffm

Following the “path of least resistance” by definition, is an option of avoiding difficulty or unpleasantness; the easiest course of action.  Most of us shyaway from confrontation and generally choose the path of least resistance.  But is that the best … Continue reading →

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EVIL WILL TRY—BUT HE WILL FAIL!

Posted on March 21, 2022 by randscallawayffm

Do I really believe that what I believe about God to be really real? This is the question that needs to be asked of ourselves daily and answered with a confident, assured, determined YES!  Only then can “the things of … Continue reading →

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I THANK GOD FOR YOU!

Posted on March 20, 2022 by randscallawayffm

Can you imagine having a Paul in our lives who consistently encourage us, with nothing of himself held back, wanting nothing in return, only thankful praise to God for us?  This is Paul! Paul thanks God often for believers he … Continue reading →

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HURRYING, HOLDING, AND HOVERING

Posted on March 19, 2022 by randscallawayffm

Sometimes when I’m stuck in a holding pattern, not yet landing on a decision to be made with troubles that need solutions; I feel like a jet plane hovering over the airport waiting for orders to land.  There are also … Continue reading →

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AS IF—

Posted on March 18, 2022 by randscallawayffm

“As if” is a catch phrase that most times express skepticism.  When someone tells you something a bit too hard to believe, we sarcastically respond, “Yeah, right, as if—” “As if” is usually followed by, “like THAT’S going to happen.”  … Continue reading →

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BLESSINGS

Posted on March 17, 2022 by randscallawayffm

It’s St Patrick’s Day today!  March 17, the day we wear green so we won’t be pinched, (or wear orange if you’re Protestant, but few know that!). There are many traditions and “blessings” that are associated with this observance of … Continue reading →

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NO HIDDEN AGENDAS, PLEASE!

Posted on March 16, 2022 by randscallawayffm

“Bait and switch” is an old phrase used as a sales technique from the old days.  Bait the customer inside your establishment with media ads, telling them what great deals you have on something you know they want.  However, when … Continue reading →

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THESSALONIANS—LIVING FORWARD!

Posted on March 15, 2022 by randscallawayffm

“The way we conceive the future sculpts the present, gives contour and tone to nearly every action and thought through the day.  If our sense of future is weak, we live listlessly.  Much emotional and mental illness and most suicides … Continue reading →

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FOCUSED PRAYER

Posted on March 14, 2022 by randscallawayffm

We pray in thanks for the food, for our family, and rejoice for another day.  All prayers are heard but how are they received by God who knows our hearts?  Sometimes, like now, I wonder what God thinks when he … Continue reading →

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JESUS GETS THE WHOLE PIE!

Posted on March 12, 2022 by randscallawayffm

It was a long time ago, deep in the woods, away from the world that we directed a youth camp for teens.  The guest speaker who delivered a message each evening was led by the Holy Spirit, followed His Word … Continue reading →

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