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We’re living in a time where many are coming to faith in Jesus Christ, and we celebrate that. But at the same time, some who once followed Him are stepping away. I’ve pastored long enough to walk with people through deep pain, hard questions, and real spiritual doubts. What... Read More →

In Mark, Chapter 5, we read of Jesus’ encounter with a demon-possessed man who had been living in a graveyard among the tombs. His condition isolated him from all of society. The authorities tried to chain him in order to control him, but he tore the chains apart. No one was... Read More →

Shame is toxic, it is difficult to overcome. It is different than embarrassment which fades and makes for funny stories, but no one tells funny stories about their shame. Shame is different. It doesn’t just say, “I did something wrong.” It whispers, “There’s something wrong with... Read More →

Guilt and shame cause us to want to hide. Just as Adam and Eve hid in the Garden of Eden after they had sinned. It’s not easy to come clean and own up to your sins, and allow others to see your shortcomings. Some people hide behind excuses. They blame others for their... Read More →