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How to be a Spiritual Gardener

What in the world is a spiritual gardener? There are allusions to nature throughout scripture. In an oft quoted passage in Galatians, we read of the fruit of the Spirit. But that is not the most important thing in that passage. I live in a part of the world where I am surrounded by orchards…
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January 19, 2023 0

Habits for a Holy Life

We are continuing a journey through Romans 12. This is a progressive and continual line of thought requiring action that leads us into the holy life God has called us to. It all starts here. Take time to read the first in this series as well as the second. We now get to a staccato…
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December 8, 2022 1

Three Barriers to Effective Prayer

We all want our prayers to make a difference! What gets in the way of our prayer being effective? God answers all prayer. Sometimes he says yes, sometimes no, sometimes wait and sometimes he is silent. Effective prayer is prayer that makes a difference. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. James…
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September 29, 2022 0

5 Powerful (and 1 Dangerous) Life Lessons From James

James has at least one very dangerous lesson for us. This book is nearly a blueprint on how we should live our lives as Jesus followers. It is altogether possible to find dozens of life lessons here, but I want to share just a few. The Paradox of Suffering Count it all joy, my brothers,…
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June 28, 2021 1