In a recent conversation about salvation a ten year old responded, “Well, it starts with repentance. Repent, believe, be baptized.” (See Acts 2:38). I was pleasantly surprised. I was expecting to hear how God loves us. But, truly, there is no salvation without repentance (and the love of God). Christ died to take the…
Read MoreAs a bunch of people were doing some yard work for a single Mom one Spring, a woman came by seeking to persuade us all to vote for her candidate for a local office. When asked about the politician’s stance on abortion, she proudly responded that she had a very decided stance that abortion…
Read MoreMy heart fell when I saw it. My daughter and I were scrolling through someone’s pictures of the protests in Washington, D.C. on January 6th. Though storming the Capital was wrong, I was even more grieved by a very large picture of Christ in this huge crowd because He was wearing a MAGA hat.…
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I have always thought I lived a “normal” life. My “highs” are joyful and my “lows” are not life threatening. “Normal” is enough for me. Then Covid 19 hit America. Normal seems to encompass so much more than I realized. Going out without anxiety of catching a disease or, worse, that I would spread…
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As I hear the various reactions of professing Christians to the state of the nation, especially Covid restrictions, it is amazing that we claim the same faith in God. One group claims an understanding of Romans 13 that says that we are to obey our government because they are authorities placed in their positions by…
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When asked what’s to love at Christmas this year I still think of the birth of Christ and the music that helps us sing praises to His Name. I also love the fact that my family will be together. I love the festive feeling of the decorations and the usual opportunities for fellowship. Though…
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