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Resurrection Story – New Life for Paul

Resurrection means life from the dead. Jesus was resurrected from the dead and he continues to bring new life to people every day. This is an email I received from a friend, used with his permission, that describes his resurrection and new life! I hope you are encouraged! Photo Credit: Philipp Zieger – www.philippzieger-photographie.de Flickr…
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August 15, 2017 0

4 Keys to Effective Prayer

Nearly everyone prays – you pray. But do you pray effective prayer? Does your prayer make a difference? Does your prayer get answered? Effective prayer is answered prayer! When we pray effective prayers, they make a profound difference. While faith that your prayers will be answered is foundational, what else would be considered keys to…
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August 8, 2017 1

Four Steps to Overcoming Temptation

Following Jesus doesn’t mean we won’t face temptation. In fact, we may be tempted even more as we follow him. How do you overcome temptation? What are some practical strategies, scriptures and practices to help you? Photo Credit: stepupbdit Flickr via Compfight cc Understanding Temptation James 1:14-15 gives us a look at the anatomy of…
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August 1, 2017 0

Interview With Rev. Hal Perkins

Rev. Hal Perkins is the author of several books including Walk With Me, If Jesus Were A Parent and Discipled by Jesus. After 40 years of pastoral ministry, Hal and his wife, Debbi, now travel the country helping people make disciples that will make disciples. We had an opportunity to sit and talk at the…
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July 27, 2017 0