Tag: Christian
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Advent Bible Reading Challenge
Find an Advent Bible Reading Challenge to use in December. It is a structured way to reflect on scripture, anticipate the coming of the Messiah, and grow in your faith.
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Dear God, Thank You
More times than I would like to admit, I catch myself only praying when I want something. I pray when I’m struggling. I pray when I need hope or insight or direction. I pray when I am feeling sad and defeated. And God is always there… even when I am not giving Him the recognition…
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Saying Yes & Following The Path Of Fulfillment
I have been struggling lately. I have been struggling with the question, “Who am I?” There are so many possible labels: a wife, a friend, a Christian, an advocate, a member of my community, a woman, a dreamer, a runner, an organizer, a finance assistant, a blogger. Yet when I consider those labels, I don’t…
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The View From Here
Excuse me while I get philosophical for a moment… Today my church’s sermon was a discussion on the beginning of the world and what belief in how Life began pertains to your life in the present world. The discussion led by Pastor Dave was one which moved me so completely that I actually brought out my phone…
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Beating of the Drum
Hebrews 12:1 “Therefore since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” I experienced something new and exciting today — my first community Bible study. As a…
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“I’ll Be the Light that Shines for You.”
One of the most difficult facts of being a Christian is that you are not immune to life’s trails and tribulations. Surely a good and loving God would not allow for His people to go through death of loved ones, financial hardships, heartbreaks, worries, or fears, right? I mean, doesn’t Him loving us mean He…