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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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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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HOW DO YOU EAT AN ELEPHANT?

We have heard it said many times; “How do you eat an elephant?  One bite at a time!” This is an old African proverb means that huge goals can feel overwhelming, but they can be achieved one step at a … Continue reading

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WHEN THE CUPBEARER ISN’T SMILING…

Growing up with parents in the last century (1951-1970 to be exact); we were trained to “read the room” of emotions and feelings of our parents at any given moment. Being  taught the commandment to “honor your mother and father” … Continue reading

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THE CUPBEARER

“Leaders care. They care about the right things, and they care in the right ways. Every leader brings unique skills and abilities to the challenges he or she faces, but one of the traits leaders share is an attitude of … Continue reading

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