Tag Archives: God

GOD’S STORY OF ESTHER

“And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?”—Mordecai, older cousin and foster father to Esther, Esther 4:14 Today we begin the book of Esther. Some things about this story you … Continue reading

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TRUTH—UNDELUDED AND UNTAINTED BY THE WORLD

Nehemiah’s last diary entry is one last push for the people to return all God’s commandments, to internally understand why God gave them, with how imperative it is to obey His commands so they will not fall back to accepting … Continue reading

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A PARADE OF PRAISE!

There is nothing more fun than to watch a parade of happy, celebrating people march by—especially if they throw small gifts of candy!  The joy is increased when it is your kids and grandkids marching, playing instruments, holding banners, or … Continue reading

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PRESENT IN HIS PRESENCE

I remember those days when we moved all the things from the old church building, things not given away or sold, to the newly built church building that would now be our place or worship in His Presence.  God had … Continue reading

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PROMISES: SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED

Promises are made daily by men, women, and children. More prevalent these days, promises are made and used as “bargaining chips” to get from others who have what we want and who want what we have—namely our money.  We are … Continue reading

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DEEP CONFESSION WITH AGREEMENT

“The prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be … Continue reading

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THE READING OF THE BOOK

God impressed our pastor to ask all who are able to stand as he reads the Scripture passage to us before he begins the message.  This is not a new idea.  But how many do this these days?  As a … Continue reading

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THE PHYSICAL BUILD IS DONE; SPIRUTUAL RESTORATION CONTINUES

I was a teenager when our church moved from a rented building in an obscure part of the city across town to a newly built church structure near a busy intersection in suburbia for all passersby to see.  I remember … Continue reading

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WHACK A MOLE—A Game or Ministry?

If you have ever played “whack a mole;” and you are a ministry leader, you will be able to understand how ministry in God’s church is very similar to this child’s game at the arcade! Whack a mole is a … Continue reading

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COURSE CORRECTION IN FAITH RESTORATION

I used to work as a credit counselor/collector for a department store as a young adult working my way through school.  It was tedious and stressful to help people understand why we would have to say no to certain purchases … Continue reading

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