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Do You Solemnly Swear…?

I’ve never been part of a trial, but I’m no stranger to courtroom oaths. Every day, bailiffs ask people taking the stand this poignant question: “Do you solemnly swear to tell the truth, the...
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A Hot Mess

Have you ever felt like you're living in a hot mess, and so much around you feels plain ugly and evil? Unless I am gazing out at an extraordinary mountain vista, or having our weekly lunch at...
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Free From Hypocrisy

When I was growing up, I distinctly remember the hurt and pain from Christians saying one thing and acting another. Hypocrisy cuts to the heart, and it cut mine deeply—so deeply that I wanted...
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In Jesus’ Name

In today’s Scripture, Peter and John were brought before the council to explain themselves after they were seen healing a lame man. The council stood before them and asked, “by what power or by...
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From Star-Struck To Something Deeper

Crowds can be fickle. Star-struck in one moment. Disheartened in the next. If you’ve ever been to a Cubs game, you know the feeling. Cheers and jeers happen every inning, every season. Since the...
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Who Do You Say I Am?

In Matthew 16:15-16, Jesus asked, "Who do you say I am? This question is the most critical one anyone can answer. It reminds me of a C.S. Lewis quote from his book, “Mere Christianity”.
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For The Good

I have been among many Christians who will cite Romans 8:28 as though it applies universally, exclusively focused on the “all things”. Allow me to call your attention to “for the good” and...
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Available To Everyone

The Book of Acts records the wild and heroic true story of the early church. Earlier in the chapter from which today’s Scripture comes, we are told,“Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing...
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What We Do With What We Have

Last summer, my high school son started a lawn mowing business in our neighborhood. He created flyers and then found the courage to go door-to-door to introduce himself and offer his services. The...