My Daddy is a Man
"Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise – the fruit of lips that confess his name" (Hebrews 13:15).
Our daughter Val and her family were getting ready to go home. They had spent Halloween evening with us and we had a lot of fun. My husband set up a game of croquet downstairs (we... >Read More
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Peace on Earth - Good Will to Men
Seeking and Celebrating the Real Meaning of Christmas
Entering a large grocery store a couple of months ago, I was startled by several large displays near the checkouts and exits.
There, nestled in between the bins of fresh Halloween treats, were stacks of boxed Christmas chocolates and stocking stuffers.
The Christmas season had begun...... >Read More
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Steps to Actively Pursue God
The demands of a growing ministry can become front and center in our lives. It is easy to postpone quiet times with God as we are engaged in ministry activities. We want to sharpen one another in our personal walk with God. We want to spur each other on in putting aside this meaningful task to take time to... >Read More
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Celebrate the Season
Tis' the season to entertain. These days, "being jolly" has taken a back seat to the multitude of parties, plays and dinners we attend every Christmas. But no other time of the year is better suited to sharing Christ with our friends and family than the season that celebrates His birth.
Everyone loves a party. So why not take the... >Read More
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Tips for Hosting a Christmas Coffee
Entertaining involves outer trappings; hospitality involves the heart. Where entertaining is an event that requires resources, hospitality is an invitation to friendship. This hospitality event is designed to provide an opportunity to build relationships with neighbors. It is a casual social night that will include a brief time for you to share...... >Read More
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Conversations That Count
It's finally summer and everyone is escaping to the great outdoors. Whether it's over the back fence or at a company picnic, there are countless opportunities to talk to the people around you. And opportunities to visit often turn into opportunities to witness. That's what happened for Flo, and quite unexpectedly too!
Flo is her neighborhood's...... >Read More
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Christmas Gatherings
Christmas is a wonderful season to share Christ's message in a meaningful way. People's hearts are unusually open and warm to spiritual thoughts and to being together.
A Christmas Gathering is a gathering of friends or neighbors in an individual's home. The party features delicious holiday food, some spontaneous sharing of Christmas traditions,...... >Read More
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Three Steps of Christian Growth and Nurture
Is your small group looking for their next study? Learn how... >more
The Power of Partnership
Recently I bought my two sons Nike T-shirts. A couple of weeks... >more
What Do You Fear?
