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Continue reading →: Our Desperate Search for IdentityWe all struggle with it. Many are unaware of its presence, much less the influence it has on our day to day affairs. It can be the culprit of great pain. It can produce heartache unmatched by external influences. Whether we recognize it or not, our decisions are often weighed…
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Continue reading →: Pain, Suffering, and the Hope of EternityI was recently with a group of people who were asking big questions about life. One of the resounding questions pertained to the problem of pain and suffering. Why, my friends wondered, do good people suffer? Another person chimed in, “Why does suffering exist at all and what does it…
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Continue reading →: Even in Our DarknessJack Deere has written a memoir about the Christian life that is both disturbing and beautiful. It is disturbing because of the vivid details it provides about the pain and tragedy experienced by Jack and his family. Everything from suicide and alcoholism to sexual assault and drug abuse are covered…
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Continue reading →: Be Content With What You HaveHow do we find true contentment? Is it to be found in the things we own or the size of our bank accounts? Should we look for contentment in our social groups or the amount of online followers we have? What about our careers and educational degrees and accolades? Maybe…
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Continue reading →: “I cannot, but God…”We all have them. Some of us use them wisely, others unwisely as our focus is on building our own kingdom. I’m talking about gifts. Dictionary.com defines a “gift” as a special ability or capacity; a natural endowment or talent. The Bible says it this way: “Every good and perfect…
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Continue reading →: Choosing the Right Bible TranslationChoosing a Bible translation can feel like a daunting task. A simple peruse through the Bible section at your local bookstore is enough to overwhelm even the most seasoned Bible reader. You will undoubtedly be confronted by translations such as the New International Version (NIV), English Standard Version (ESV), New…







