Tag Archives: Guidance

THE CUP

The Story of Jesus I was asked this question many times by young adults while serving as director of youth and family ministries for a denomination years ago, “How did you get this job? What do I have to do … Continue reading

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MOUNTAIN, MOVE!

The Story of Jesus Where is our faith tested to see just how much we have learned to rely on in our lives? I ask myself this question as I meditate on this very familiar passage before the sun is … Continue reading

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BY THE WAY, I AM DRIVING!

The Story of Jesus Be completely honest. When your spouse or any other member of your family is driving, do you clinch your fists and flinch at every intersection, when they pass a car, follow too closely, or when they … Continue reading

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ANOTHER AH-HA  MOMENT

The Story of Jesus Have you ever fallen for someone’s way of teaching, then later the teaching crosses a line of doubt of what you know God’s Word says? An ah-ha moment happens and you are stunned that you didn’t … Continue reading

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THE ORIGIN OF THE CHURCH POT-LUCK!

The Story of Jesus At the church pot-luck, people say you never know what food will show up. Well, not if you are the pastor and family. You show up every time and you know who will bring what because … Continue reading

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JESUS–GRIEF AND GREAT COMPASSION

The Story of Jesus Have you seen someone, in their darkest hour, show more love and compassion than ever before? You would think that they would turn inward, to themselves, lick their wounds and generally care less about those around … Continue reading

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JESUS ASKED FOR HIS RESUME!

The Story of Jesus I have been on both ends of the resume process, writing them to apply for a job and reading them to hire someone to help me in my work. It is sometimes hysterical what people put … Continue reading

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WHOSE SIDE ARE WE ON?

(The Story of Jesus) Have you ever had someone in your life that was good to you, complimented you, and told you how much they appreciated you? As long as you were in the room, facing them, the words were … Continue reading

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UNFORCED RHYTHMS OF GRACE!

(The Story of Jesus) If you have to force someone to like you, is it a healthy relationship? If you have to force a situation to be resolved by either bullying people or doing nothing and walking away, is it … Continue reading

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BOOT CAMP

The Story of Jesus Jesus has been doing most if not all the “heavy lifting” of ministry in front of his followers. He has now called, recruited and placed into the camp of disciples a very select few who will … Continue reading

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