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Six Prayers for My Son

May 2, 2022

Years ago, I wrote a post entitled Six Prayers for My Daughter that listed a few important prayers for my daughter which are still on my heart. So as my son’s first birthday is coming up, I wanted to share six prayers that I have for him as his father. Though some of the prayers … More Six Prayers for My Son

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An Overlooked Weapon Against Anxiety

April 17, 2020

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” – Philippians 4:6–7.   We live in an information saturated world. For Christians this can … More An Overlooked Weapon Against Anxiety

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Ways to Pray for the COVID-19 Situation

March 13, 2020

Here are some specific ways Christians can pray for the current COVID-19 situation: #1: Prayers of Praise. Yes, it might seem awkward to offer a prayer of praise in this situation, but we must always start with God in our prayers. To clarify, we are not praising God that people are sick and dying. Instead, … More Ways to Pray for the COVID-19 Situation

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A Pastor’s Saturday Night Prayer

June 30, 2018

Here’s a list of prayers I offer up on Saturday night in preparation for Sunday worship: Prayers on behalf of my own soul and family: Give me integrity of heart to love and serve my wife Give my wife love for Christ and the church Give me confidence in the Spirit and the Word, not … More A Pastor’s Saturday Night Prayer

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A Voice from the Past Speaking to Young Men

May 21, 2018

Recently, I was exposed to J.C. Ryle’s works. Initially, I didn’t think much, but as I read I find his work to be relevant and convicting. Listen to his words regarding young men in the church: Let us ask any faithful minister of the gospel, and note what he will tell us. How many unmarried … More A Voice from the Past Speaking to Young Men

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