Preparation. Last week, we began a series on what Advent is and how we celebrate it. I am giving this explanation for any who did not see this last week. The word Advent is derived from the Latin word, “adventus”, meaning, “coming” and by the 6th century, Roman Christians had…
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Look Up To God
This phrase, “look up” has come to me several times lately. As I looked back over my past posts, I saw five with the title “Look Up” Each one with a different look at that term. It must be important. When trouble comes our way, we usually tend to look…
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Worry
”Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7-7) We all worry from time to time. Hopefully,…
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How Ya Doing?
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) This is a common greeting when two people meet. I get that question almost every time I encounter someone. Most people really want to know how I’m doing because they know I’ve…
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Speak It
What we can do with our words is powerful. Mark 11:23 says, “For assuredly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain,” Say the words. God created everything with His words. “For he spoke, and it came to be; he commanded, and it stood firm.” (Psalm 33:9). Are you…