Tag: church
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The Could Have’s and Should Have’s
You really should have done it this way… We are always critiquing our food, finding ways to make it better. The local church we attend is often the focal point of the “should have’s and could have’s”. I mean if they would just take our ideas everything would be perfect, right!? We are a people…
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Unlawful Law
Very often we emphasize love with those not apart of a church and rules with those in the church. We may have some of this backwards… Love should always be a part of our message and our lifestyle. Obedience and right lifestyle does set us apart… Paul said something to Timothy which caught my eye…
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The Power of a Smile
I’ve been traveling in the United States for two weeks with my family. We’ve been to numerous restaurants, hotels, and airports as we hit six states in our first ten days in the country. I’ve been struck with the radical difference in customer service from various companies and chains. Southwest Airlines – after flying close to…
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Faith and Caution
Faith and caution may be considered enemies by some. Christians are often implored to step out in faith, believe that God speaks, and take bold steps into the unknown. After all, James tells us “Faith without works is dead.” (James 2) God is not looking to create impulsive Christians who are known for faith-laced, but…
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Losing Focus
Over the last twenty plus years in missions I have learned we go through seasons. We are currently on a furlough, and it is times like these where you can see things in a clearer fashion. There is something which slowly and subtely was missing from my missions. I was not misusing ministry funds or…