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We all want joy in our lives. Some people live in the pits, but it doesn’t seem anyone would really choose to live there. Some people may feel they don’t deserve to be joyful because of their past, or maybe present circumstances; however, God desires that Christ-followers have... Read More →

Love makes the world go ‘round! As Christians we are called to “love one another.” That doesn’t just mean family members or brothers and sisters in Christ, it means EVERYONE! This is not an easy ask (command)! Our nature is to love those who are easy to love, the ones that fit... Read More →

Shepherds were the first to hear the news of Jesus’ birth. This is such an integral part of the Christmas story that we can easily miss its significance. Who do you think should be the first to hear the news that the Savior of the world has been born? Logically thinking, we would... Read More →

The first Christmas went unnoticed by most of the world. But God made a point of sending out an invitation to a few people. “Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy!” Listen Up… this is important! The shepherds were unlikely invitees, as they were shunned by society and... Read More →

Our identity in Christ is something we need as believers to understand more fully. Often, in life we identify our selves with people, organizations, our occupation, or our nationality. If asked who we are, we may answer with our occupation, “I’m a teacher.” Or “I’m a lawyer.”... Read More →

Stress fractures have plagued some of the greatest NBA players. Bill Walton and Yao Ming were forced into early retirement because of this problem. A stress fracture begins when the shock and strain of playing the game creates microscopic cracks in the outer layer of bone,... Read More →

You don’t have to look far to find negativity. Turn on the TV, look at social media, go to work, or to the store, or even to church and you will find someone, maybe lots of someones, who are spouting complaints and negativity about something. Sadly, our society feeds on... Read More →

Many of us are frustrated, discouraged, struggling and disappointed. We are where we are and aren’t sure how we got here! The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. Our vision, our focus is the issue that must be corrected.... Read More →

Unity is sadly lacking in our society and in our world. In Psalm 133 David expresses the importance of unity among God’s people, it is powerful, life changing. Unity has its own atmosphere, its own vibe. Have you ever walked into a situation, and you immediately knew that... Read More →