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A Cup of Water
A Cup of Water “For whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in My name, because ye belong to Christ, verily I say unto you, he shall not lose his reward.” Mark 9:41 (KJV) Water. Cool and satisfying. It quenches our thirst like no other beverage. As children of God, we want…
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Seasons Part 2
Seasons Part 2 What thoughts come to your mind as you view this photo? Do you appreciate the intricate lines of black and red in both bold and slender display? Or do the complex images create a web of confusion? How about this photo? A relaxing swim or relief seeing the light at the end…
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Seasons Part 1
Seasons Part 1 “While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease.” Genesis 8:22 (KJV) Autumn. It’s my favorite season. Some of the highlights of this period are the cooler weather; shorter days; school is back in session for a new year;…
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“Are You Okay?”
“Are You Okay?” My son Kevin Jr has a kind heart and will on numerous occasions ask this question to anyone who he feels is hurting in some way. God created us to love Him and to love one another. (Matthew 22: 37-39 KJV) There are many ways to love others: Helping someone with a…
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Don’t Stop Praying
Don’t Stop Praying What is prayer? A Google search reveals that “in Christianity, prayer is a way for people to communicate with God, and is considered central to the Christian life. It can be a two-way conversation where people both speak to and listen to God, and can be spoken, silent, or sung.” PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 KJV “Do…
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Forgiveness
Forgiveness There is healing and freedom when we choose to forgive one another. Jesus gave us the best example on the cross, directing His prayer to His Father all the while people were screaming, “Crucify him!” “Then said Jesus, ‘Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do.’” Luke 23:34 King James Version (KJV). …
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Rest
Rest Rest. It’s something most of us would like, but many times we don’t take the time to do it. We live in a fast-paced world. It seems there is always one more job, project, or responsibility we must complete. Each of us has 24 hours each day, but for some of us, there still…
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People Helping People
People Helping People Earlier this month, some of our volunteers were able to help serve dinner at “Streets of Hope,” a local men’s shelter. (In front-Ed, second row left to right-Reverend Kevin, Pat, Kevin’s mom, back row Richard, Jimmie and myself). For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which…
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Steadfast Devotion
Steadfast Devotion. “Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.” James 1:12 English Standard Version (ESV) What is the definition of steadfast? In Google it says, “If someone is steadfast in something that…