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How to Express Compassion Like Jesus

Are you sick or suffering? Are you thriving and enjoying life? What happens when these two opposite circumstances intersect? I often consider my good health and give thanks! But what am I supposed to do about those around me who are suffering? Jesus teaches us and gives us an example to follow for those challenging…
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February 1, 2019 0

You Must Believe Something – What is it?

What we believe drives our thoughts, words and actions. What we believe matters. Do you have core beliefs? Are there principles upon which you have built your life? Are there non-negotiables that help you make decisions and judgments? Why is this important? Our world is changing all the time. Perceptions, culture, values, and behavior change.…
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January 29, 2019 2

Lessons from the Books of Chronicles

Every book of the Bible teaches us something. In fact, there are many lessons to be learned in every book! If we are patient, we can extract lessons that help us understand God and ourselves just a little better. There are numerous passages in 1 and 2 Chronicles which are challenging. The books recount the…
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January 25, 2019 4

Reconciliation in Three Powerful Steps

How can a relationship that is damaged be reconciled? Is it possible? I believe it is, nearly all the time. However, there are extreme cases such as abuse within a family that reconciliation will be extremely difficult or even impossible unless the offender accepts the responsibility and consequences for their actions, even if those consequences…
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January 22, 2019 0