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• The Heart of Lent at the Gym
  on Feb 12, 2013 in disciplines gym power persistence Lent exercise effort commitment
  Yesterday, I went back to the gym. and found some spiritual insight as well. When I moved back in July, I left the membership my gym behind with a promise that I would find one quickly after getting settled in our new community. I could argue that i...
• Our Advent Journey
  on Dec 13, 2012 in wonder reflection patience preparation celebration seasons meaning God Christmas Advent
  Christmas is less than two weeks away and many of us are busily preparing for its arrival. For several weeks, my staff and I have been addressing the details of that season, especially our celebrations on Christmas Eve. Our Sunday School children are...
• In the Light of the Season
  on Dec 6, 2012 in wonder thoughts vision choice thinking life Jesus circumsances seasons hope Advent
  The weather is finally starting to change. It is hard to believe it was over 60 degrees on Tuesday. It certainly was not normal for early December, and while the warmth was enjoyable, it was a little disturbing to think that the natural order was so...
• Spirit-filled Debate
  on Oct 24, 2012 in Holy Spirit fruit witness value compassion Jesus Spirit Politics kindness Christianity
  As election day draws closer, the aggressive nature of the campaign continues to escalate. There is a steady stream of venom spoken in the public sphere. A parade of television and radio messages declare the litany of reasons why opposing candidates...
• Praying With Confidence
  on Oct 17, 2012 in trust boldness arrogance prayer confidence answers God Advent faithfulnes
  "This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us - whatever we ask - we know that we have what we asked of him." - 1 John 5:14-15 For many years, I strug...
• Good Soul Food
  on Oct 16, 2012 in blessed choice blessing grace Spirit health strength responsibility food
  "Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and you will delight in the richest of fare." - Isaiah 55:2 I've read Isaiah 55 numerous times and even reflected on the ble...
• Change
  on Sep 18, 2012 in challenge vision healing Jesus hope fear change strength living promise God energy
  As it turned out, there was more transitional work than I expected and unfortunately, my blogging suffered the most when it came to making needed cuts. However, now that the sermons are largely planned through the end of the year and the classes I am...
• What is Truth?
  on Jul 31, 2012 in bible real reality truth expectations change Holy Spirit challenge insight Jesus searching growth Scripture Christianity
  "What is truth?" Pilate asked Jesus. With the Son of God, the very living embodiment of truth, before him, he chose to enter into a philosophical reflection on the nature of truth. It is a stunning example of missed opportunity. Instead of debating t...
• House of Prayer
  on Jul 25, 2012 in church Christ calling obedience community humility gift prayer Jesus nations treasures
  Nearly every parent has a story of purchasing an expensive gift for their child, only to have them find the box and packaging more fun to play with. It seems easy for children to miss the main point of the gift as they focus on what was meant to be d...
• Finding Our Footing
  on Jul 21, 2012 in trust complications challenge help Christ destiny Jesus journey faith encouragement
  After nearly three weeks, we are beginning to feel settled in our new appointment. Transition between churches and moving to a new community in a new region shake up comfort zones and break most of established routines. These changes can be as simple...

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