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Beginning Again

Have you ever wanted to start life over again? I did. This is my story. I'm the third of four children. From all outward aspects, we were the average suburban family, living outside a large city in eastern Canada. But we were not a perfect family - we had our "hidden secrets," and our "we don't ever talk about that" situations. What people... >Full Story

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Pilate's Question

What is truth, and how do I recognize it? Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor who ultimately gave in to the demands of the religious leaders to have Jesus crucified, gave voice to a question that is on the lips of many today in our postmodern society: What is truth, and how do we recognize it? In a world that offers... >Read More



Mary Magdalene's Question

"Can Jesus really give me freedom from an ugly past?” The story of Mary Magdalene is the story of a changed life. Before she met Jesus, evil spirits possessed her. Why she suffered in this state is unclear - her lifestyle and choices are not outlined in the Bible. However, she was most likely a prostitute and, given the description... >Read More



Flashback: Caught in the Act

The woman had been caught in the act of adultery.  Jewish law demanded her execution, but Rome had removed capital jurisdiction from Jewish courts, except for temple violations.  It was the perfect predicament with which to trap Jesus. The Jewish leaders dragged the woman into the temple and threw her down at Jesus’ feet.  Would he reject...... >Read More



Conversing with God through the Bible

This is a 4 part series: Conversing with God through the Bible Most of us have received an e-mail, a letter, or a note from a friend. A lot of times when we receive one, we can’t wait to see what the writer has to say. We open it up and can’t wait to see the emotion and thought that... >Read More



A Good Friday?

Around the world this month, people will mark the anniversary of the execution of the history’s most famous death-row inmate – Jesus Christ. It may seem a curious thing: People who claim to follow the teachings of Christ thankful for his death? Calling their remembrance of it, “Good” Friday? Nice church-going folks wearing the equivalent...... >Read More



Why Pray?

All my friends have some similarities to me and some differences. One shares a background in Southern fundamentalism but thinks it bizarre that I read the sports pages; another enjoys many of the same authors I read but thinks me an old fogey for listening to classical music. Every relationship spawns a kind of dance between the self and... >Read More



Why Do We Pray?

It has long been documented that strong faith affects our physical bodies. There are proven health benefits of prayer. It is believed that even just occasional private prayer and Scripture meditation help people live healthier and longer lives. The person who prays has an outlet for stress and anxiety. Blood pressure can improve. Recovery after surgery...... >Read More


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