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He is risen indeed

He Is Risen Indeed – Matthew 28:5-7

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Today is a good day to remember what Jesus has done for us. Take the time to meditate on his death and resurrection, and what it means, or can mean, for you. And take the time to celebrate, along with me, a risen and living Lord.

did he stink

After Four Days in the Tomb: Did He Stink? – John 11:38-39

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A light hearted look at Lazarus resurrection from death. Martha was concerned about Lazarus stinking? Did he? After his resuscitation?

Forms of prayer

Forms of Prayer: Text Messaging, Email, and Face to Face

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What form does you prayer take? Is if like text messaging, or maybe emails? Or do you take the time to sit at his feet and just be with him?

new patches on old garments

New Patches on Old Garments – Matthew 9:16-17

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Putting new patches onto old garments may work in fashion, but not in our walk with Christ. Instead, we need to ditch the old man, and be made anew.

What would Jesus do?

What Would Jesus Do? – Matthew 9:9-13

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What would Jesus do if he came to town? I think he would be hanging out with 'sinners' rather than us good Christian folk, safely tucked into our churches.

Renewed in God's image

Being Renewed in God’s Image – Colossians 3:9-10

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Take off your old self with its practices and put on the new self. A self that is being renewed in God's image.

The doctrine of faith

The Doctrine of Faith: the Human Response to God’s Grace

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The doctrine of faith asserts that faith is more than intellectual assent that God exists. It is earnestly seeking God and making Jesus Lord.

Christians and Secular Leaders

Christians and Our Secular Leaders

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As a Christian, I have found that some of our secular leaders have been good. And some not so good. But regardless, I should honor them.

What is heaven like

What is Heaven Like? Are There Streets of Gold?

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So, what is heaven really like? Probably not a time of leisure. Rather it will be a time of serving alongside our creator in carrying out his purpose.

Origins

Origins: Where Did We All Come from?

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Where has the universe, this planet, life, and myself come from; what are our origins? I believe God created it all, and science explains it.

I believe God exists

I Believe in God. And It Makes a Difference!

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I believe in God; that he is real and that he has a purpose for his creation and for me. I cannot prove that to you, but it is reasonable.