One way Christians have wavered from their convictions is that they settle for a shallow faith. Some of us take the first step and make the faith our own, but then we make a mistake: we learn one or two things and stop there. We dabble in the truth ...

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The holidays are over, a new year has begun, and the usual routine has returned for most people. Through all the hustle and bustle of the busy season, perhaps there’s one important question...

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When John the Baptist preceded Christ, he said, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” After John was taken imprisoned, Christ entered the desert, overcame the temptation of the devil, and began preaching, saying, “Repent, for the ...

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Christmas will always be a glorious celebration for “Unto us a Savior is born and He is Christ the Lord.” Yes, and He is indeed our Lord and Savior. Betty and I love Him with all of our heart...

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I know that may sound a tad sketchy, but it's actually based on a Bible verse...

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Hi God. When I look at this huge world, I find myself wondering if my small life makes any difference at all. I don't feel significant in the grand scheme of things. I don't know...

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Ten years ago I moved across the ocean, from Tennessee to Uganda, full of something that I thought was hope but in reality was more like naïve optimism. If you had asked me then how the Lord might most deepen my relationship with Him, I would have had all kinds of answers. At the old and wise age of nineteen...

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John Lennon released a song in 1971 that still resounds today, even among those born after that time. People are attracted to the idea...

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In His Word, we have help, especially for the lies many of us have just accepted as part of life. I often find the help I need in the Psalms, which is sometimes called the prayer book of the Bible. The Psalms include prayers that run the gamut of human experience...

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Dreamers are risk-takers. You can't separate the two. Dreaming and taking risks comes as a package, at least if you want your dream to become a reality. I know that some people are naturally drawn to risk...

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