“Hope” is the thing with feathers -That perches in the soul – And sings the tune without the words – And never stops – at all”

—Emily Dickinson

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  • Encouragement for Preachers

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  •   Photo by Tijs van Leur on Unsplash There is a way through the desert. There is an oasis. In fact, you are an oasis for others. You are chosen to declare God’s praise. God makes a way for you through… Continue reading

  • Get the Best Advice You Can

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  • No Cause for Delay

    There Is No Cause for Delay.What Do You Have? Start Using It. As faith is exercised, so does our capacity to bring about positive change in our lives and in the world. The stories of Elisha and the widow in… Continue reading

  • Access is Justice – Don’t Freeze Me Out

    Photo by Jan Antonin Kolar on Unsplash     Unjust rulers in ruthless, raw, Unbridled violence, lust for awe. Power corrupting, peace disrupting, Wickedness abounding, hate erupting. This is life one sighs, but perseveres. There is but One our heart… Continue reading

  • Found

    We think about the parables in Luke 15 as being about lostness. But the real emphasis is on being FOUND. What joy. Listen: Read: Luke 15:1–3, 11b-32 Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to… Continue reading

  • Over the Rainbow

    I love this version of Judy garland singing "Over the Rainbow." The pathos is present and it is the most beautifully moving of all of her performances. With the pain, there is longing, and through the longing, there is a… Continue reading

  • The Covenant

    Our Covenant Together – Step One – Personal Conversion An Outline of  Romans 6:1-11, New International Version (NIV) What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? By no means! We are those who… Continue reading

  • Cracked Pots and a Strong Fortress

    I am forgotten as though I were dead; I have become like broken pottery. – Psalm 31:12 God uses them to let the light in and out. “ But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power… Continue reading

  • Stay sharp

    We need an active sense of humor during tough times. What do you call a pig that does karate?A pork chop. Why did the bike fall over?It was two tired. Why did the golfer bring two pairs of pants?In case… Continue reading

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