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Born Again

Sometimes, we come in contact with people who completely change our lives. It may be finding the love of our lives that we soon marry, have children with, and build a life together with. Or we may have life changing experiences, like health diagnosis, job opportunities, or moving to new areas.   I Peter 1:3 says,Continue reading “Born Again”

Standing Can Be An Action

We often think of the verb “to stand” as a passive verb, meaning action is not taking place. But many times, standing can be an action. For instance, if we face opposition, standing is the action of holding our ground and defending our cause. Standing is also an action when we are guarding what isContinue reading “Standing Can Be An Action”

Flowing Streams

As a diabetic, sometimes I develop a strong thirst that needs to be satisfied. It has never been to the point of feeling like I am crawling in a desert searching for a stream, but it is quite strong. I am not satisfied until I find some refreshment. Psalm 42:1-2 says, “As a deer pantsContinue reading “Flowing Streams”

Self-Help or God’s Help

We are inundated these days with people offering to make our lives better. From the self-help books and seminars to the hacks offered online, people think that they know a better way and offer to help us, often at some cost. While many of these “helps” can offer limited and temporary assistance, their long-term effectsContinue reading “Self-Help or God’s Help”

No Off Season

The National Football League’s season came to a close last night with the Super Bowl. That doesn’t mean that the league’s teams suddenly become dormant. They are all active planning for the next season, making personnel changes, and seeking in most ways to make their team better. It is the same in all professional sportsContinue reading “No Off Season”