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God Says To Give Generously!

Deuteronomy 15:10-12NIV 10- Give generously to him and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the LORD your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to. 11- There will … Continue reading

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I Did Not Get What I Deserved!

Job 33:1-27 1 “But now, Job, listen to my words; pay attention to everything I say. 2 I am about to open my mouth; my words are on the tip of my tongue. 3 My words come from an upright … Continue reading

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Joy and Power in an Economic Downturn

 As we read the news headlines today we see that unemployment is up, homes sales are down, the threat of terrorism is up, and consumer confidence is down.   The hard times we are experiencing is similar to what the prophet described in verse … Continue reading

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Final Exams Finished!

Reuben Archer Torrey said…. “The reason why many fail in battle is because they wait until the hour of battle. The reason why others succeed is because they have gained their victory on their knees long before the battle came…Anticipate … Continue reading

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I’m Important!

Psalm 17:7-8… “Show the wonder of your great love, you who save by your right hand those who take refuge in you from their foes. Keep me as the apple of your eye; hide me in the shadow of your … Continue reading

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Cowboy and Indian

 Psalms 119: 111 & 112…. “Your statutes are my heritage forever; they are the joy of my heart.  My heart is set on keeping your decrees to the very end. When our kids were young Mitch was quiet the story-teller! … Continue reading

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Mighty Men of God

On this Father’s Day, let’s take a moment to remember some mighty men of scripture. The bible is full of stories of rough-tough men who stood up for God in their day. Here are seven examples that hopefully will inspire … Continue reading

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The Road Less Traveled

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth; Then took the … Continue reading

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Don’t be a Jonah

The Old Testament prophet Jonah was an angry man. Read the last chapter of this tiny book and see for yourself how many times it describes his anger. Why was Jonah angry? When Jonah was in the belly of that … Continue reading

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Listen!

Ever talked to someone and knew they did not hear a word you said much less the message you were trying to give? I have had discussions with people several times and came out wondering why I tried to help … Continue reading

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