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Clothed with Compassion

Bond Strong May 17, 2024

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience” (Col 3:12).

Stop and Look Around

Susan Hines-Brigger December 14, 2020

So often we get caught up in the day to day rush of life that we forget to stop and soak in the many blessings that surround us.

Be Like the Baptist

Daniel Imwalle December 13, 2020

Though you may not envision yourself as a prophet or evangelizer, you might not realize the ways you are actually spreading the gospel.

What’s in Today’s Mail?

Carol Ann Morrow December 11, 2020

Thank you that my needs are simple. Help me resist the urge to order from each colorful catalog. Lead me to make good choices.

Quiet the Noise

Christopher Heffron December 6, 2020

Too often we spend the season of Advent rushing, wrapping, planning, and budgeting. But we’re missing the point.

People holding hands during sunset while riding bikes

Lavish Generosity

Patricia Breen December 4, 2020

God never ceases to be generous with us, even when we do not pay attention or miss things.

Outcomes and Expectations

Stephen Copeland December 2, 2020

When we do not surrender, it is easy for our identities to become attached to our own perceived ideals of how we think our lives should unfold.

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