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The Custom of Being Kind When Insulted

There’s a custom that used to be common among an ancient group of people, but it has been very rare in most cultures throughout human history. It’s the custom of being kind to people who say and do unkind things. … Continue reading →

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The Ideal Life

Awake O sleeper. Let the everliving resurrected Jesus Christ upgrade you from within. (Ephesians 5:14) Awaken to the presence and power of the risen Jesus unceasingly living and working in and through you. (Philippians 2:12) Awaken to God’s calling on … Continue reading →

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I Love a Concert Where People Feel Connected Heart-to-Heart

Living in this divided and hostile world, I love any concert that causes people to feel truly connected heart-to-heart. Sincere songs that soar from inner humility, brokenness, and tenderness have the power to do that. Let’s move beyond political divides … Continue reading →

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Waiting Can Lead You To Supernatural Power (A Poem)

Wait Up! I want to runOut of the gateYet God says wait.I don’t want toBe second rateYet God says wait.I do not wantTo show up lateYet God says wait.I want to doThings that are greatYet God says wait.I want my … Continue reading →

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6 Mysteries I’ve Never Solved

Much about life is hard to understand. It keeps me asking why? 1) The mystery of bitterness and unkindness: Bye-bye, bitterness.Bye-bye, resentment.Hello, forgiveness.I’m gonna follow Christ!(Ephesians 4:31-32) 2) The mystery of racism: The terrible cruelty of both the horrible human … Continue reading →

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Learn to Live in a Glorious Moment

To ignore the presence and direct inward leading of the risen Jesus is to grieve God the Holy Spirit. Don’t forget to remember what the living Jesus is doing right now! Learn to live in the glorious moment of ongoing … Continue reading →

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Your words are more important than your vote!

Learn to speak beneficial life-transforming words. People work hardNot to exposeSin that’s in them,But God still knows.Christ died and roseTo give you lightThat clearly showsWhat your heart’s like.Learn to discloseAnd to opposeDarkness in youTil the wind ofGod’s Spirit blowsFreely withinAnd … Continue reading →

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Heart-To-Heart Connection Gives Me Direction

Healing and inner peace come from confession, not from concealment. From heart-to-heart connection, not from a theological analysis. When Adam and Eve tried to hide their sin from God, He asked: “Where are you?” God knew where they were hiding. … Continue reading →

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Every Day’s A Holy Day For Me

I’m always needingThe direct leadingOf God the Spirit —His inner voice,I need to hear itAnd to draw near it.Deep within my soul.I’m like a seedling.In order to growI need God’s life flowRising within me.He keeps me feedingOn His sweet presence.Daily … Continue reading →

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Camping on the Mountain Top Rock of Truth

“Speaking the Truth in Love” The more that Christ-followers grow and learn to make Christ the present and literal Head and Leader of His body (not just a distant figurehead) the more Jesus promotes and empowers each member to build … Continue reading →

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