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MOURNING WITH FAITH

As servants in ministry, we have been involved in many funerals over the years.  Some funerals gave praise to God for a life lived well.  Some only praised the person for what they did.  Some were awkward and sad because … Continue reading

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MEETING THE BOSS

Imagine you are employed by a boss who carries great influence with even greater power because of his position as the top leader of the nation in which you live!  This would be like getting an invitation to the White … Continue reading

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THE FAMILY REUNION

Most of us have experienced a family reunion of sorts when all who are related to you by birth will gather in one place over a meal.  This is not practiced as much as it used to be because many … Continue reading

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REVEALING THE TESTIMONY OF GOD’S GOODNESS

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to … Continue reading

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JOSEPH’S PLAN—JUDAH’S PUSH BACK

I had a dear friend long ago that said, “Tell me rules of the game and I will play it, but stop changing the rules without telling me!”  He said this in frustration as he told us of his dysfunctional … Continue reading

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BACK TO EGYPT WITH PEACE OFFERINGS

What God wants most from us is not offerings of money, doing good works, or obeying all the laws and traditions of the land.  What God wants most is us.  He wants us to love him back without conditions.  God … Continue reading

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WHEN WHAT WAS PREDICTED REALLY HAPPENS!

We all have things we dream of but think will never happen.  We might think there will never be a mate for us; then we meet that special someone, a relationship develops into a love that we longed for all … Continue reading

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THE KING’S DREAMS

We love this story of Joseph being set free from prison at last!  We applaud God for setting things right for Joseph after being sold all those years ago by his brothers.  We cheer God on when Joseph is put … Continue reading

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DREAMING JAILMATES

When you think no one listens, someone comes along and listens intently to you.  Real listeners wait until you are finished, pause to consider what you have said, then respond.  Because they listen in this way; we put our trust … Continue reading

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GREAT BLESSINGS—GREAT RESPONSIBILITES

“His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’”—Jesus’ story of trustworthy servants with integrity, Matthew 25:23 “The … Continue reading

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