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The Easter Question

We must choose to interpret the issues of our lives in one of the two ways the first disciples interpreted the empty tomb.

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More Than One Blessing

God does not only bless us but is attentive and ready to bless us again.

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Leaving Water Jars Behind

When Christ leads us to a new place in our lives, we must be willing to leave behind the place that once was ours.

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Warfare

Two thoughts in light of our present conflict with Iran.

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Challenging Helplessness

Even in helplessness, we still have a choice.

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God’s Delight

We were loved before we were successful. We are embraced despite our sins.

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Being the Star

We can lead others to Christ through our joy and through our peace.

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Unwanted Journeys

The promise of Christmas is that God will give us the strength to travel difficult paths that we would rather avoid.

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Comfort and Joy

Christmas comforts the challenged, but it also challenges the comfortable.

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A Revelation and an Act of Grace

Because we never have the whole truth, we should lean towards grace and mercy.

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Doing Something New

John the Baptist calls us to add something new to our holiday plans.

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God’s Justice

Our justice must hold people accountable, but God’s justice always leans towards mercy.

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