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See that Face
Fanny Crosby was a prolific songwriter, giving us more than 8,000 gospel songs in her career. Fanny was blinded by a doctor’s mistake when she was only six weeks old. When asked if she regretted not being able to see, … Continue reading
Running to Help
The recent bombing at the Boston Marathon reminds us that there are different reactions that people have when they are faced with an opportunity to help someone who is in a dangerous situation. In the aftermath of the attack, some … Continue reading
Somebody Jesus Loves
Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Every man is entitled to be valued by his best moments.” The wonderful truth about Jesus is that he loves us in spite of our worst moments! The 12 apostles made all kinds of mistakes … Continue reading
The Tie that Binds
Paul chastised the church at Corinth for the divisions that existed in that congregation. They even allowed the Lord’s Supper–which should be, among other things, a celebration of unity–to become divisive. Communion gives members of a local church the chance … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Communion Meditations, Uncategorized
Tagged Christ, church at Corinth, divisions, illustration, Lord's Supper, ties that bind, unity
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Doomed Planet
Renowned scientist Stephen Hawking just announced his opinion that the human race should make plans to abandon our doomed planet. Hawking said that we human beings “…Won’t survive another 1,000 years without escaping our fragile planet.” He maintains … Continue reading
Impressive Youth
Guan Tianlang, 14, of China, recently became the youngest player to ever compete in the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National. He played exceptionally well in the first round, shooting a 1-over-par 73. His impressive outing earned him a standing … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership, Sports
Tagged Guan Tianlang, illustration, Masters tournament, teenage golfer, youth in church
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Dogs Too
“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal.”—Matthew 6:19. Wayne Klinkel might want to add dogs to this list of wealth destroyers. The Montana man says that … Continue reading
Shepherding the Injured
Luke Hancock played a key role in the Louisville men’s basketball team’s march to the national championship. Coming off the bench, Hancock provided scoring and leadership to help the Cardinals earn the top prize in college hoops. Hancock’s leadership … Continue reading
That’s a Shame!
Of all the classic lines delivered by Jerry Seinfeld in the iconic television show that bears his name, one of my favorites is—“That’s a shame!” This was often Jerry’s response to the news that someone had experienced some type of … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Humor
Tagged caring about others, helping people, illustration, Jerry Seinfeld, love your neighbor, Romans 12:9, sincerity
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Death that Saves
On December 12, 2003, Sgt. Jarrod W. Black, 26, was killed when his convoy was hit by an explosive device in Iraq. He left behind two sons and a widow who was pregnant with their daughter. Sgt. Black was the … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations
Tagged 1 John 2:2, heroism, illustration, Jesus, sacrifice, salvation, Sgt. Jarrod W. Black
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