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Those who were raised in the church are very familiar with the Third Commandment, “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.” We were taught that using God’s name as a curse or oath is sin. This is true, yet simply avoiding the use of God’s name or faux versions... Read More →

We all need encouragement. Sometimes it just takes one person who continues to press us and show confidence in our abilities and extends love and support that keeps us on the path moving forward in life and in faith. Paul was determined to be that person for Timothy. His letters... Read More →

Paul is determined to wake up Timothy, to rouse him out of his comfort zone, to motivate him into action. It is terribly disturbing to see someone, especially someone you care for, sit on their gifts and fail to reach their potential. All too often I see gifted people, talented... Read More →

Webster’s definition for brave is as follows: having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty: having or showing courage. What’s your best day ever? It certainly wasn’t a day when you ran away, cowered or failed to do what you knew you should. Much... Read More →

We often wish things would change, that someone would offer a class, begin a ministry, help people who ___________ (fill in the blank). How often do we realize that we need to be that “someone”? We are not called to be spectators observing the shakers and movers of this world.... Read More →

The First Commandment instructs us to love the Lord our God first and our neighbor next (just as much as we love ourselves). After being asked by an expert in Hebrew law, “Who is my neighbor?” (Luke 10:29) Jesus tells the story of The Good Samaritan and then asks the young man to... Read More →

Christmas is over and the holidays have passed and now we head into the new year. For some the new year means new beginnings and change and it’s exciting. For others the challenges, let downs, and disappointments of 2019 are hanging on and 2020 looks to be more of the same. How... Read More →

Have you ever felt weary and burdened and it seemed your life was coming apart at the seams? If so, you probably were experiencing some stress. Sress is a big issue in many people’s lives but especially so at this time of year. God is aware of that stress in your life. In fact,... Read More →

When was the last time you experienced joy? The kind of joy you can’t contain and that sort of just spills out of you. How much of that joy are you living with today? How would you rate yourself on the joy scale? With joy being a 10 where are you today? Are you at 7 or 9 or maybe... Read More →