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Tag Archives: illustration
It Spreads
When my wife wrapped a gift a few days ago, she didn’t realize that the wrapping paper she used had glitter on it. We started finding glitter everywhere—on our faces and clothing—like I said, everywhere! I even had glitter all … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged evangelism, glitter, gospel, illustration, kingdom grows, Matthew 13:33, spreading good news
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Severe Weather
South Dakota received various kinds of severe weather yesterday. The extreme weather ranged from a tornado that damaged a small town on the eastern side of the state to more than a foot of snow covering the Black Hills to … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Current Events, Prayer
Tagged bad weather, faith, heavy snow, illustration, Mark 4:39-40, South Dakota, storms of life, tornado, weather extremes
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Mothers’ Day Tribute
John Killinger’s book Lost in Wonder, Love, and Praise includes the following tribute to mothers: I believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God, who was born of the promise to a virgin named Mary. I believe in … Continue reading
Take a Stand
In Charles Kuralt’s America the author recalls a town meeting he once attended in Strafford, Vermont: “What happens at a town meeting is pure democracy. Every citizen may have his or her say on every question. For a half-hour that … Continue reading
Vision for the Future
Many years ago a ship filled with travelers landed on the northwest coast of what is now the United States of America. The first year they established a town site. The next year they elected a town government. The third … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership, Prayer
Tagged early settlers, Ephesians 3:30-21, illustration, pioneers, vision
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Check the Motives
A lady answered a knock on her door and found a man with a sad expression on his face. “I’m sorry to disturb you,” he said, “but I’m collecting money for an unfortunate family in the neighborhood. The husband is … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor
Tagged greed, helping others, illustration, motives, Philippians 2:3-4, selfishness
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The Importance of Singing
While visiting a church last Sunday, I noticed some interaction between two people in the row in front of me. I assume that they were mother and son. The teenage boy was obviously not happy about something, but he stayed … Continue reading
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