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The Face of Jesus
Everyone will see his brilliant shining face.
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December 31, 2020
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Marriage as God Designed
Marriage as God designed it has always been under attack because of sin. That is still true today. But in his grace and mercy, God is still at work.
December 28, 2020
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Discern the Times
Now is the time for us to wake up from our spiritual sleep, expecting the Lord to come again.
December 17, 2020
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Advent Gloom
Advent is like being stuck behind a garbage truck when you’re running late.
December 16, 2020
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Trouble Turned To Joy
There Joseph sat with his face in his hands. What did the law say? Disown her. Void the engagement. But then came a message from God!
December 16, 2020
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Enjoying the Silence in This Season
I can’t remember a December that felt so empty. But rather than dwelling on the isolation I am choosing to rest in the peace and quiet.
December 16, 2020
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This Is Glory? Not in Our Imagination
Isaiah tells us that in Jesus the glory of God will be revealed. But something seems wrong with the glory God reveals.
November 29, 2020
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Reading Outside My Box
I like to think I read a wide variety of books. But is this true? My thinking was tested this past summer when my friend Heather invited me to participate in a reading challenge.
October 26, 2020
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Broken Beauty
Recently I read about the Japanese artform of Kintsugi (golden joinery), or Kintsukuroi (golden repair). Typically, the broken vessel becomes even more beautiful. . .
October 22, 2020
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25 Years After ‘Flood’ - What Do You Recall?
Just for some fun reminiscing, share your thoughts on music you remember from 25 years ago when the Jars of Clay debuted and Christian Contemporary Music (CCM) was a frequently used term.
October 8, 2020
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Figuring Out God in the 21st Century: Deep Roots or New Path?
How do we see God in light of the crises that surround us? Do you look back to find him or look somewhere else?
September 28, 2020
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What's in a Name?
Every baby needs a name! So did the Virgin Mary's baby. Now his name is above every name.
August 21, 2020
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Reflections on Our Current Circumstances - Trauma, Justice, Conciliation, and Community
When the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous do?
August 12, 2020
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When the Easy Questions Aren’t Easy Anymore
Remember when a hug wasn't a moral dilemma?
August 5, 2020
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JWWM: Jesus Would Wear a Mask
Then the devil led Jesus to the entrance of the Jerusalem Farmers Market. Jesus observed that most people were wearing face coverings to protect from a severe virus that had made many in the Holy City sick. . .
June 8, 2020
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The Kingdom of God as COVID Slows
A pondering and prayer.
April 27, 2020
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West Michigan Adopted People's Group (Q&A)
Are you an adopted person or the parent of an adopted person? Or, do you have questions about adoption? If so, I'd love to connect with you!
April 23, 2020
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Some Thoughts on Governments’ Responses to COVID-19
A few years ago my sister bought a board game titled Pandemic. Every time we played, we lost. We used to think we were doing something wrong. Now I think it's the nature of the beast.
April 1, 2020
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A Comforting Reminder in the Midst of Uncertainty
Jesus is not panicked nor surprised by what is going on in this world, or in each of our personal lives. Draw near to him and trust that he will hold you through the storm.
March 27, 2020
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Keeping Our Posts
What does Christian faithfulness look like in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic?
March 26, 2020
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Novel Virus = Altered Lives
Last week I was a senior citizen with Parkinson’s Disease, but active. My calendar shows that I was busy, busy! This week I am a high risk, self-quarantined senior citizen.
January 28, 2020
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Looking for a Job? These 7 Things Will Help You Nail It
Graduating from college or seminary? Looking for a church or nonprofit job? Here are seven easy things you can do to give your application materials the best chance of nabbing you an interview.
September 27, 2019
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Just a Note to Say Thanks
The importance of saying thank you is too often overlooked. Pastors need to hear it just like everyone else.
August 14, 2019
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Alternate Lifestyle Acceptance
Like being a person with a intellectual disability or a physical disability, having a sexual disability is a reality in our sinful world that no amount of preaching or judging will alleviate.
July 23, 2019
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The Sorting Hat
Why is it so hard to be present with people who don't think like me, live like me, and who may not even like me?