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AUTHENTIC GENEROSITY

Corinthians – Belief and Behavior   Many years ago God invited me to His work with a denomination. Part of that work was to plan at least four mission trips each year for older youth and college age adults. It … Continue reading

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BECAUSE OF GRACE, HERE I AM

  Corinthians – Belief and Behavior   I must confess. I continue as a believer and follower of Jesus Christ because He won’t let me go. In discouragement, I’ve tried to stop and walk away but He always brings me … Continue reading

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THE CALLING AND COMPENSATION

Corinthians – Belief and Behavior   Randy and I felt truly called to be teachers in a public school environment. We were passionate about teaching kids. We worked hard in our young married lives with three children to accomplish the … Continue reading

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AVOID THE TRIP!

Corinthians – Belief and Behavior As parents of a toddler who is learning to walk, we work hard to take away all the obstacles in the room to avoid stumbling and tripping. We want them to have a clear path … Continue reading

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GOOD MORNING, SAINTS! GOOD MORNING, SINNERS!

Romans – “Therefore…”   Many years ago Randy and I attended a convention of workshops for pastors. There were many great leaders we are interested in hearing and gleaning from their experiences. One, in particular was Max Lucado. The room … Continue reading

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CHURCH GOING VS CHURCH BEING

Romans – “Therefore…” Be careful when you hear words like, “I have been going to this church since my parents and grandparents, it is my church.” “No, I don’t attend, but my parents were Baptist, so I’m Baptist.” “We will … Continue reading

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WORLDVIEW VS. GOD’S REALTY

Romans – “Therefore…” The world at large does not think like the people of God, people who choose joy in following the leading of His Holy Spirit. We are “wack jobs” for passionately following the God of creation according to … Continue reading

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IT’S GOING TO BE ALL RIGHT

ACTS – The Acts of God In times of uncertainty and trouble our first human response is anxiety and wondering, assuming the worst and thinking about possible bad outcomes. Most times what we think might happen never does. Many times … Continue reading

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WHEN FAITH UNDERCUTS THE PROFIT

ACTS – Acts of God They came to town council asking for a license to serve alcohol so they could open a country music hall and bar that would bring in headliners from across the country. One of our pastor … Continue reading

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WHEN GOD IS IN IT…

ACTS – The Acts of God   Has there ever been a time in your life when you made a decision that you knew might get you in trouble later? You are probably thinking of those times right now and … Continue reading

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