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Calling a Timeout during the Pandemic

January 8, 2021

Below are the notes from what I shared with our congregation a few weeks ago. I was encouraged to share the following by a guest who attended our church who found the comments helpful as his own church wrestles with similar thoughts/concerns. I love sports! I love the competition and love the pressure athletes face … More Calling a Timeout during the Pandemic

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What Is Unacceptable Obedience to God?

December 30, 2020

As much as God cherishes obedience, there is a type of obedience that He does not accept: surface level obedience. He desires true heart obedience, and rightly so. Thomas Watson comments on this type of obedience as he observes the trend of offering God this unacceptable obedience that is free from any internal workings. Heart … More What Is Unacceptable Obedience to God?

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Come, Let Us Die with Jesus

December 14, 2020

The apostle Thomas has a bad reputation in the church because of his statements in John 20. Therefore, many think of him as the “doubting” disciple. But the Gospel of John shows on different occasions that this man had a deep devotion and love for Christ. One example of this devotion may be found in … More Come, Let Us Die with Jesus

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Gratitude for My Grandmothers

December 11, 2020

For many, 2020 is an unforgettable year. It’ll be interesting to hear how future generations will talk about 2020. Of course, a lot of attention will go to the global pandemic and its impact on the world. It has touched every aspect of life: economics, relationships, public health, etc. For Americans, 2020 will also be … More Gratitude for My Grandmothers

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Through Many Tribulations…

November 7, 2020

With the election decided, many are happy with the results. Others however believe that the new leaders of this United States will bring ruin and chaos (this would have happened even if the other side won as well). For the Christian however, I would like to remind them about a passage that I came across … More Through Many Tribulations…

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