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STRENGTH FOR THE WEARY, THE FAINT, AND THE FORGOTTEN

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The struggles believers face during periods of waiting and uncertainty are real. This piece is meant to offer hope for the weary to find strength and encouragement rather than succumb to shame or anxiety. Recognizing that delays are not denials, it illustrates how faith is tested in silence and that… Read the rest

NEW WINE IN NEW WINESKINS

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This latest editorial piece discusses the spiritual ailment of calcification within modern church communities, likening it to rigid vessels incapable of receiving God’s transformative work. It contrasts examples from Scripture, such as Jeremiah’s clay and Jesus’ old wineskins, highlighting the dangers of being unyielding and resistant to spiritual renewal. The… Read the rest

The Indwelling Christ: A Test of True Faith

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Paul’s call in 2 Corinthians urges self-examination of faith, emphasizing the necessity of Christ’s indwelling. True spiritual life arises from a genuine relationship with Him, not mere religious activities. Discipleship involves love and obedience to God, as evidenced by actions that reflect Christ within us. Ultimately, only His presence offers… Read the rest

I Surrender All: A Devotional for Easter

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The words of the hymn I Surrender All resonate deeply with the journey of faith. Written in 1896 by Judson W. Van DeVenter, this hymn emerged from a pivotal moment in his life. Van DeVenter, an accomplished artist, found himself torn between pursuing a career in the arts or stepping … Read the rest

Cooperation is not Compromise

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“Integrity is not a conditional word. It doesn’t blow in the wind or change with the weather. It is your inner image of yourself, and if you look in there and see a man who won’t cheat, then you know he never will.” John D. MacDonald

When a man

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