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That’s Who I Am
For all of his accomplishments in sports and politics, President Gerald Ford remained a humble man. He was known for his self-effacing humor. One of his best lines was—“I’m a Ford, not a Lincoln.” This level of humility certainly stands … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Humor, Leadership
Tagged ego, Gerald Ford, humility, illustration, pride
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Flaming Arrows
In a vintage Far Side cartoon, Gary Larson depicts some early settlers of the American west with their wagons circled, trying to withstand an attack from their opponents. As flaming arrows are landing all around them, one settler cries out … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Humor
Tagged armor of God, Ephesians 6, Far Side, Gary Larson, illustration, Satan, shield of faith
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Prepared
After studying the menu a diner asked his waiter, “How is the chicken prepared?” The waiter answered, “Sir, we are very straightforward. We tell the chicken, ‘You are going to die.’” The Bible is very straightforward. It tells us that … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Humor
Tagged death, eternity, Hebrews 9:27-28, illustration, judgment, sacrifice of Jesus, salvation, waiter
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Questionable Actions
The Community Church of Chesterland, located in a small community east of Cleveland, was recently the victim of arson. Aimenn Penny, 20, is accused of trying to burn down the church building in order to prevent the congregation from hosting … Continue reading
Battle for the Soul
President Joe Biden released a video yesterday announcing his intention to run for re-election in 2024. In the video he remarked, “When I ran for president four years ago, I said we are in a battle for the soul of … Continue reading
The Joy of Gardening
A lady was once asked why she found so much pleasure from working in her garden. She answered, “It’s hard to explain the joy of raising something that doesn’t talk back!” Raising children can indeed be difficult at times. But … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor
Tagged Ephesians 6:4, gardening, illustration, parenting, Proverbs 22:6, raising children
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That’s the Way
I was all prepared to go through the checkout line at the grocery story. I didn’t want to be “that guy” who held up the line, so I had my credit card out and ready to use. When the time … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Humor
Tagged 1 John 2:2, atonement, forgiveness, I am the Way, illustration, John 14:6, salvation
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Something to Shout About!
The gospel message—that salvation is available through faith in the crucified and resurrected Jesus—is the most important news possible for humanity. Any other news pales in comparison. Jesus died on the cross to pay for the sins of the world. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations
Tagged boldness, Easter, evangelism, gospel, He is risen!, illustration, resurrection, sharing the good news
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That’s What We Need
A church once held a meeting to discuss some plans for the future. Someone suggested that the church buy a chandelier. One man angrily took exception to this idea. He exclaimed, “We do not need a chandelier! First of all, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Humor, Leadership
Tagged church meetings, humility, illustration, Philippians 2:3-4, pride, putting others first
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