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Christian, Let’s Celebrate Christmas For Real

There are a lot of things trying to take our focus off of where it should be as we celebrate Christmas. I have to be really purposeful in pointing my heart and mind to the truth of what we’re celebrating, regardless of my feelings, because my default is to get off track. How about you? Here's how we can have a merry Christmas no matter what.

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Bible Study Basics Part One:

Isn't Bible study just for the pros? Why should I study the Bible at all? What even IS the Bible, anyway? It's such a big Book! What if I'm too far behind? Great questions -- I'm glad you asked! Click for Part 1 of this series!

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Everything Bitter is Sweet (Proverbs 27:7)

“One who is full loathes honey, but to one who is hungry everything bitter is sweet.” How can bitter things be sweet? And what does this mean, spiritually speaking? Let's dig deep and find out!

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Light in the Darkness

This world is dark, full of treachery and lies. But God. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. (John 1:5)

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Book Recommendation and Bible Study Guide: Hinds’ Feet on High Places

Some books, even with their imperfections, are worth reading, re-reading, and recommending. Hinds' Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard is one of those books for me. And a few years ago, I wrote a Bible Study Guide to go along with it.

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(Bad News and) Good News for Christmas

Click above to listen. In honor of Christmas, I’d like to offer a brief summary of Christianity. There are a lot of misconceptions out there; maybe this can help clarify a bit.  What do you want first, the good news or the bad news?Actually, the good news won’t make any sense unless you know the… Continue reading (Bad News and) Good News for Christmas