How to be Filled with The Holy Spirit - Homeless Jesus Example
The concept of welcoming Christ into our hearts and lives is presented early on in the Christian journey. We are often quoted Christ’s welcome from Revelations 3:20, “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me.”
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The Ridiculousness of Forgiveness
A bomb is meant to bring death. A bomb is never meant to bring joy or happiness or strength.
A bomb is meant to kill. To destroy.
Bombs of various shapes and functions are killing innocents in Africa, damaging oil pipelines in British Columbia, delivering mayhem to cities across the planet. There’s little room for wavering about the...... >Read More
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That's My King
Do you know my King? You should, because He is not just "my" King, but Lord and King over all.
Dr. Shadrach Meshach (S.M.) Lockridge isn't a name many people recognize. He was an African American Baptist preacher for many years in the 20th century, but it's not his name that he was concerned about. His primary concern was extolling... >Read More
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What is the "unforgivable sin?"
Struggling to forgive someone? Not feeling forgiven yourself? Confide in an email mentor
“Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters. And so I tell you, people will be forgiven every sin and blasphemy. But blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. Anyone who speaks a word against the Son of... >Read More
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Reclaim Lent: Find some breathing room
Have a specific prayer on your heart this Lent season? Share your requests with a mentor.
For many of us, our churches have moved away from the more austere traditions of the past. Our pastors don’t wear suits. Our worship teams have drummers and you can download a podcast of the sermon. In many ways church has become more relaxed... >Read More
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Heroes: At What Cost?
Are you struggling with the pressure to perform? Confide in a mentor for a supportive voice.
NFL football coach Vince Lombardi, known for his quotes about the importance of wining, once quipped “If winning isn't everything, why do they keep score?” With pressure like this on individuals (and athletes in particular) to be successful, is it...... >Read More
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Mom Needs A Timeout Too
Do you ever find yourself craving some “me” time? Ever wish that every time you walk into the bathroom there wasn’t an extra set of feet following you? Have you experienced that pounding from the other side of the door and someone yelling, “Mom! Are you in there?”
I can remember longing for the times when my kids would be... >Read More
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The Legacy of a Christian Father
I grew up as a pastor’s kid. I am also adopted. My... >more
Lessons Learned Through Pursuing Adoption
“My sister cannot keep this baby can you take her?” This question... >more
What Do You Fear?
