Tag Archives: salvation

40 Days of Easter – Week 1

Week 1:  Reality of the Resurrection  Do you know what the top two holidays are in America? If the money that we spend is an indicator of the level at which we celebrate, our top two holidays are Christmas and … Continue reading

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One Day the Mask Will Come Off

When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.  Proverbs 21:15 My heart is breaking over the news that 21 Coptic Christians kidnapped from Egypt were beheaded. I have visited Egypt twice and had the … Continue reading

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Most Significant Spiritual Shift in 30 Years

I started church ministry when I was 20 years old as a student pastor in Eastern Kentucky.  For 30+ years I have tried to be faithful in sharing the love of Jesus.  I have been a broken leader ministering to … Continue reading

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St. Francis Never Said It

St. Francis of Assisi is often quoted as saying:  “Preach the Gospel at all times and when necessary use words.” The problem?  He probably never said it.

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Without Him

What Will You Do Without Him? Frances R. Havergal (1836-1879) I could not do without Thee, O Saviour of the lost! Whose precious blood redeemed me, At such tremendous cost. Thy righteousness, Thy pardon, Thy precious blood must be My … Continue reading

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