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Why?Almost half of American adults read below high school level. God looks at your heart, not your reading skills. Big faith can be built on simple words.
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Good or God?
What does it take to get on your to-do list? A good cause Fits my schedule Helps a friend Called by God There are worthy causes, honorable deeds, good works. But not all good works are God … Continue reading
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Safety for Firefighters
Our eyes see the images, and our hearts turn to those fighting the wildfires. Lord, honor their dedication. Protect them as they protect others. Keep them safe. On the capitol grounds in Sacramento, there’s a lasting tribute … Continue reading
Simply Remember
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Don’t Get Too Attached
“The past is a guidepost, not a hitching post.” Thomas Holdcroft (1745-1809) Remembrance, yes. Dead weight, no.
Jacob’s Memorial Stone
Jacob had an unforgettable dream (read about in Genesis 28). Genesis 28:18 (NIV) Early the next morning Jacob took the stone he had placed under his head and set it up as a pillar and poured oil on top of it. … Continue reading
Memory Stone
Once upon a time, there was a battle. The victory came through God’s intervention, not military might. 1 Samuel 7:12 (ERV) After this Samuel set up a special stone to help people remember what God did. Samuel put … Continue reading
Don’t Forget to Remember
What did you do to honor Armistice Day? Went to a memorial service Thanked a Vet Prayed for peace I forgot God knows how easily we forget. That’s why Scripture includes repeated messages, specific holy days and … Continue reading
Safe from War
Armistice: arma (weapons) sistere (come to a stop). The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. An armistice was signed, ending the “Great War,” the “war to end all war.” Only it didn’t. There have been … Continue reading
Too Many Words
Campaign commercials. Reporters with questions. Chanting protesters. Endless news stories. Round-the-clock coverage. Elections come wrapped in too many words. We’re sick and tired of all those words. People who struggle to read are sick and tired of too many words. … Continue reading
The Winning Prayer
1 Timothy 2:1-2 (MSG) The first thing I want you to do is pray. Pray every way you know how, for everyone you know. Pray especially for rulers and their governments to rule well … Note: It doesn’t say … Continue reading