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Do Good for All People

The Apostle Paul frequently wrote on the theme of doing good for all people. When Paul talks about the freedom…
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Jesus’ Family is Our Church Family

Today I want to talk about our church family and the family of God, because I recently read this passage…
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Speak Life! (A Study of James 3)

Words have tremendous power to hurt and to help. They can discourage, they can cause anger, they can cause separation,…
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My Mom, the Peacemaker

Our greatest example of a peacemaker is Jesus. Isaiah 53:5 says, “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was…
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Four Things Kids Need From Parents and Mentors

God loves us as a Father, and models for us good parenting. I know that not everyone reading this is…
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Why Does the Word of God Call Us to Love Our Neighbor?

He wants to restore the world through his people. He wants to use us, where we live, work and play,…
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What is True Love?

Sometimes, I flippantly say “I love you” and not think about what that really means. Sometimes, I downplay love’s power…
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Sermon | True Love

Through sharing from her personal stories and the study of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Ines Franklin shares how it is possible…
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What Does “Hesed” Love Mean to Us Today?

Most of all, hesed is a covenant love—a love that binds God to his people. It is almost exclusively used…
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On Our Knees, Seeking God in the Quiet (Take Five)

Our world is loud and chaotic, and it can often be hard for us to find quiet time to collect…
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What Mary and Elizabeth Teach Us About the Celebration of God’s Goodness (Luke 1)

Mary and Elizabeth’s interaction in Luke 1 teaches us about recognizing God’s goodness in the lives of others: it should…
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How to Raise Grateful Kids (Christian Parenting Series, Part 2)

No parent sets out to raise an ungrateful, materialistic child who is totally wrapped up with things, but it happens…
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