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Rest: Resting in Your Identity
Your fingerprint is unique to you — it’s a physical mark of your identity. What about your personal identity? What defines who you are? Imagine
February 13, 2018
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70 Happy Words
Paul uses 70 expressions of joy in his short letter to the Philippians! Seventy! Reading them infects us with his “good virus” of devotion to
January 1, 2018
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Bible Studies
Contemplating God in the Beauty of Nature
A primary way God nourishes our souls with his loving presence is through the beauty of nature. The face of the Lord shines on us
December 9, 2017
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88 – Is it Good to Vent Emotions?
Dumping on people it’s not helpful! Effective listening enables people to feel cared for and to take personal personal responsibility — it doesn’t “fragilize” them. We discuss an example in parenting. Bill’s Bible study and reflective meditation from Habakkuk helps us be strengthened in faith through venting emotion wisely.
November 10, 2017
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“Fear Not” Says an Alcoholic Ex-Priest
Brennan Manning insisted “the God-revelation of Jesus” removes fear and worry. Yet, he also admitted to a fear of abandonment going back to his childhood.
October 30, 2017
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84 – I Desperately Want Communion With God!
This is the cry of “J. P.’s” heart. We share his story of not feeling God’s presence, struggling with depression and alcohol, being judged. His earnest faith, spiritual disciplines, and service in church aren’t helping. He asks, “Bill and Kristi, what would you say to me?” If you or someone you know relates to J. P., tune in for empathy, affirmation, and spiritual formation coaching.
October 13, 2017
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80 – Hurricanes & Hearts of Empathy
What’s God doing when hurricane’s hit? How do we deal with hardships? We go to Jesus together. We validate the emotions and offer empathy. We may need to re-think our perspective and faith and do some training to learn how to live and react to trials from within the spiritual reality of the Kingdom of God.
September 15, 2017
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Dare to Hope BIG!
Often we are afraid to hope and be disappointed. But without hope we have nothing! All good things come from hope. Hope is the anticipation
August 7, 2017
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Warming Cold Hearts With God’s Love (As John Wesley Did)
Our great need right now is to have our hearts warmed by God’s love. This is what makes us happy and fruitful! Most everyday pastors
July 3, 2017
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Sweet Nectar For Your Soul (Praying the Lord’s Prayer with Jeanne Guyon)
Let’s admit it. At times we all feel like prayer is a duty. We know we should pray more than we do, but sometimes it
June 10, 2017
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