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The Main Event
“The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing.”—Stephen Covey. Sometimes we struggle to maintain our priorities. Programs and ministries within the church are begun with the right motives, but often take on a life of their … Continue reading
Filled with Joy!
The lady I baptized during the worship service yesterday was truly feeling the joy of having her sins washed away and being united with Jesus. As soon as she came up out of the water, she praised God and grabbed … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged baptism, excitement, illustration, joy, Romans 12:11, worship, zeal
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What’s Your Problem?
“In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Grecian Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food.”—Acts 6:1. God’s people have always tended to be … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged Acts 6:1, complaining, griping, grumbling, illustration, Philippians 2:14, selfish desires
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Something Before
Paul Prather says that his father, who was a preacher, also did some substitute teaching. One day his father caught some boys playing poker at school. They admitted their guilt, but were surprised at the substitute teacher’s offer. He told … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, change, forgiveness, illustration, justified, Paul Prather, repentance, sanctified
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Nothing Left Out
When Alex Permann made a half-court shot before the Missouri Valley Conference championship basketball game, he thought he had won $50,000. The contest required that he make a layup, free throw, three-pointer and half-court shot in 24 seconds in order … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Sports
Tagged Alex Permann, grace, half-court shot, illustration, no condemnation, Romans 8:1, salvation
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Hot Babe
Is there anybody on the planet who is hotter now than Betty White? The 91-year-old television icon is more in demand now than she ever has been in her lengthy and illustrious career. If you had told her back in … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Leadership
Tagged active in old age, Betty White, flourish, illustration, productive seniors, Psalm 92:12-15
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Celebrating the Victory
There have been a lot of upsets in college basketball this season, and with those jubilant victories come the court-storming celebrations, as the fans of the home team stream onto the court to rejoice in the victory. Some coaches are … Continue reading
Deserving Our Help
Gary Hank Thompson, 30, has done pretty well financially by begging for money in Lexington, Kentucky. Thompson recently admitted that he makes $60,000 to $100,000 a year from the kindness of strangers. Thompson has pleaded guilty to two counts of … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged discernment, fraud, Gary Hank Thompson, generosity, helping the poor, illustration, panhandler, Proverbs 3:27, scam
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Finest Dining
Sixty-three diners became very ill after eating last month at Noma, a Copenhagen restaurant known for its fine dining. These dinner guests experienced diarrhea and vomiting. Some staff members also reported being sick. Noma was named the world’s best restaurant … Continue reading
