Category: Spiritual
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What to Do When You Doubt God
Some words I haven’t been able to get out of my mind since I sang them several weeks ago: “They who trust him wholly Find him wholly true.” The phrase came back to me during a conversation with another believer. We sat together, tea in hand, and talked about the fact that sometimes it’s hard…
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The Most Important Thing a Pastor’s Wife Can Do
The Pastor’s Wife. I wonder what thoughts come to your mind when you hear the phrase. Maybe it’s the picture of your own pastor’s wife, a list of qualifications, or a specific ministry. Perhaps there’s a certain task you feel is vital for a pastor’s wife to fulfill. The truth is, all of us tend…
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Can You Have Hope in Hopeless Times?
Just wait—it only gets worse. It’s a statement I’ve heard many times. I first remember hearing it when I became engaged. Always spoken by an unhappily married person, the comment usually went something like this: “You’re happy now, but give it a year or two; it gets worse.” The comment became much more frequent, however,…
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Nothing is Ever Good Enough
When I picture a greedy person, the image of Ebenezer Scrooge comes to mind. He counts his money repeatedly and refuses to give to the needy around him. Despite his abundant wealth, he always wants more. When I picture a greedy person, I’ll tell you who doesn’t come to my mind: me. Me? Greedy? Certainly not!…
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What Does God Do With a Fearful Person?
There is a lot of fear surrounding us these days. From the news and our social media feeds to the look on people’s faces in the grocery store, fear is proving to be a powerful motivator. What Does God Do When You’re Afraid? I’m using the chronological Bible reading plan this year, and recently finished…