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Ebenezer Stones

  These faithful foundation stones are our congregation’s Ebenezers.     1 Samuel 7:12 (NIV) Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen. He named it Ebenezer, saying, “Thus far the LORD has helped us.” Here … Continue reading

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Fascinating Foundation

  Guess what stood out to me the first time I saw our church building?     The foundation, with its fascinating variety of unique stones. This building is over 100 years old. The congregation is 260 years old. Christ … Continue reading

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260! That’s Old

  Our congregation just celebrated 260 years!     That’s a lotta history! Great is God’s faithfulness Hefty foundation That’s a lot of sermons, memory verses, hymns, prayers and pot-luck dinners. And that’s just one church (lower case “c”). Think … Continue reading

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Strong Words

Reading through the Gospels, I notice that Jesus didn’t talk much about the ruling Romans. His strongest words were directed at the religious leaders. As a Bible study writer and teacher, this gives me pause.   “Take my lips and … Continue reading

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What Name?

  As I scroll down my social media, I can’t help but notice the name-calling.     Uh-huh, I’ve called out a few bad names Yep, I’ve been called a few bad names WWJD? What would Jesus say? What name … Continue reading

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Grace!

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Love the Debate

  The talking heads keep chattering on about Monday’s Presidential debate. I’d like to bring a bit of John Wesley’s wisdom to the discussion:   “An ounce of love is worth a pound of knowledge.”   What this campaign needs … Continue reading

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Loving Disagreement

  The Presidential debate–folks tend to get all fired up. How do you feel about the people who support the candidate you don’t?   Idiots! Can’t think for themselves They are just misinformed They could be right Live and let … Continue reading

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Lookin’ for Love

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We Grieve with God

Black men shot by police officers and police officers killed by angry men. Gang hits and innocent bystanders. IEDs and drone attacks. Weapons of mass destruction and natural disasters. Gentle believer passing into God’s arms or evil tyrant condemned to … Continue reading

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