Tag Archives: Virtues

LANDSCAPING

James – Dealing with sin I love to be outside enjoying God’s creation. It is the amazement of His creation, seeing how things grow, observing the complicated intricacies of each flower, leaf and tree that fascinates me. Nothing is greater … Continue reading

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IF YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT YOU’RE DOING…

James – Dealing with sin   Who are we when things DON”T go as planned? Who are we and how do we react when the unexpected happens that devastates our hearts, minds and even our souls. What is our first … Continue reading

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THE MISSION OF THIS THING WE CALL CHURCH

James – Dealing with sin When Christian believers gathering churches, everything that can go wrong sooner or later does. Outsiders, on observing this, conclude that there is nothing to the religion business except, perhaps, business–and dishonest business at that. Insiders … Continue reading

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GOD’S PARTICULAR PLEASURE

Hebrews – God’s Action in Jesus   What do we take for granted? Running water? Cool air on a hot day? More than enough clothes to wear? Shoes on our feet? Who do we take for granted? A loving spouse? … Continue reading

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PROCLAMATION OF GRACE!

Hebrews – God’s Action in Jesus   Traditions and ways of thinking about life are sometimes shattered when tragedy comes to change our normal routine. A new normal forms as we live our lives differently to accommodate the new circumstance. … Continue reading

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STILL BELIEVING…

Hebrews – God’s Action in Jesus   Where are you in life and what do believe? Stop and think about it. Take all the time you need. Are you waiting for God to part the sea of doubt? Are you … Continue reading

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WHAT HOLDS US UP

Hebrews – God’s Action in Jesus   Pyramids of young people is a sight to see as cheerleaders try to dazzle us with their skill and abilities. The wise will put the stronger people on the ground floor of this … Continue reading

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WALK RIGHT UP TO GOD!

Hebrews – God’s Action in Jesus   “Walk up to him, you don’t have to be afraid”, we say to our young children upon seeing a hero for the first time. “He is waiting for you to come and see … Continue reading

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PERFECT

Hebrews – God’s Action in Jesus We want everything to be perfect when we are planning a wedding, a family reunion, or any event where many will gather and celebrate. We tend to the details. We create ways that will … Continue reading

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THE HEART OF THE MATTER

Hebrews – God’s Action in Jesus   Let’s get to the heart of the matter. We say this when, after much discussion, we want to hear only the bottom line. I say this with every caller on my cell phone … Continue reading

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