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Worshiping Jesus through song…

I have to confess something – I am not musical… at all. In fact, for anyone who hears my musical efforts, it is probably quite painful and frustrating. So, I have generally not looked to music as a primary avenue … Continue reading

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“…observe all that I have commanded you…”?

Have you ever heard of the “Great Commission”? A majority of evangelical Christians probably have in the context of world missions, but I wonder if you have ever applied it to your life, or if I have truly applied it … Continue reading

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Slave of Righteousness (devotion from Romans 6)

Before turning to Christ, we are dead! We are dead in our sin and our rebellion against God, and we truly have no hope. We cannot awake ourselves from this slumber, and it is only by the grace of God … Continue reading

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“Do you love me?”

As Jesus was walking with Peter following the resurrection, he asked Peter three times, “Do you love me?” (John 21) This is truly the most important question that we can answer in our lives: do I love Jesus? It was … Continue reading

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The Driving Force – Acts 20

What is really important in our lives? What drives you? What makes you tick? Is it making money? Is it having a good house, respect in your job or a loving family? Is it helping your child to have success … Continue reading

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Revival – Acts 19

When Paul was faithfully working to proclaim the word of God, the Spirit of God moved in tremendous ways and cities were changed. In verse 18 we see people confessing their sins and repenting (turning from their sin and toward … Continue reading

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Ups and Downs in Christian Ministry – Acts 14

Christian ministry is often times like a roller coaster, full of ups and downs. One minute can feel like you are flying high, as people are turning to the Lord and walking with him faithfully. The next can feel like … Continue reading

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Resisting the Holy Spirit – Acts 7

“You stiff-necked people, uncircumcised in heart and ears, you always resist the Holy Spirit.” (Acts 7:51) How often do we find ourselves pushing back against what God wants to do in our lives, in our families and in our churches? … Continue reading

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Church Leadership – Acts 6

How do church leaders decide where to spend their time? How do they determine what to throw their energy and effort into? Should we just jump into every activity that someone from our congregation requests? Or, do we need to … Continue reading

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Freedom to Speak Boldly – Acts 5

Freedom is a foundational value of the American people. “Give me liberty, or give me death” was the cry of the revolution. Many people argue that people should be free to do whatever they like, whether it is having an … Continue reading

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