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Where Are You?

They hid from the Lord God among the trees of the garden. 9 But the Lord God called to the man, “Where are you?”  – Genesis 3:8. A father walks into his living room and he sees a broken lamp, … Continue reading

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Happy Easter & Resurrection Joy!

On Sunday we greeted one another with the familiar Happy Easter! And many of us were able to enjoy some happy moments as we took in some time with the family, ate a nice meal or two, and watch with … Continue reading

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An Indescribable Gift!

Look with eyes of faith upon the indescribable scene surrounding the indescribable gift! More than the shepherds surround the feed trough. More than Mary and Joseph humbly bow their heads and hearts at the miracle before them.  Look with eyes … Continue reading

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Examine Yourselves! (A Little Lambs Chapel Talk)

A chapel talk delivered at Little Lambs  Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you. – 2 Corinthians 13:5-8 What does that mean to examine? If … Continue reading

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Seven Good Years!

49Joseph stored up huge quantities of grain, like the sand of the sea; it was so much that he stopped keeping records because it was beyond measure.  – Genesis 41:49 The account of Joseph and the 7 years of abundance … Continue reading

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“This is Pleasing to God”

She grips and rubs her mother’s hand to gain and hold her attention.  She speaks in a loud yet tender voice as she explains that the pastor is here to visit.  It’s clear that the daughter has become the caregiver … Continue reading

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Holy Week Meditations – Sunday

After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the … Continue reading

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Holy Week Meditations – Thursday

After taking the cup, he gave thanks and said, “Take this and divide it among you. For I tell you I will not drink again of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes.” And he took bread, gave thanks … Continue reading

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What does it mean to be blessed?

What Does It Mean To Be Blessed? Russell Wilson, the quarterback of the Seattle Seahawks, stood in front of the camera after his team had won the Super Bowl and he told the reporter that he felt blessed.  He was … Continue reading

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Encouraging One Another

It was more than just cabin fever or being cooped up for a few days.  I missed the fellowship and the encouragement of worship.  On January 5, our church – like many other area churches – canceled services due to … Continue reading

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