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Category Archives: Faith
Best Books of 2013
Time for my annual list of the best books I’ve read this year. Every year, I set a goal to read at least 52 books – one per week. I finally met my goal in 2011; last year, I fell … Continue reading
Posted in Baseball, Books, Faith, Social Issues, Sports, The Story
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The Story: The Power of the Empty Tomb
The Power of the Empty Tomb – John 20&21 Sunday morning. The hour of darkness recedes as the first ray of sunshine breaks upon the horizon. And with the breaking of the dawn comes a new reality as the breath … Continue reading
Posted in Devotional, Faith, The Story
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The Story: Jesus Is
Jesus Is __________ – Mark 8:27-38 A few years ago in Seattle, a church launched a unique marketing campaign. They rented billboards, made up bumper stickers, produced bus signs, etc. And they all contained a simple message: “Jesus Is _______________.” … Continue reading
The Story: A Father Who Runs
A Father Who Runs – Luke 15:11-32 Luke 15 – Three parables or stories Jesus tells; Parables of Joy V1 – Pharisees complain that Jesus is eating with “sinners.” In the ancient world, breaking bread was a sign of full … Continue reading
Posted in Blessings, Devotional, Faith, God, Jesus, Repentance, Scripture, The Story, Theology
Tagged Luke 15, Prodigal Son
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The Story: The Miracle of Compassion
The Miracle of Compassion – Mark 6:30-44 “Jesus’ claim to be the Messiah of God’s kingdom is soon validated by some amazing acts that reveal the saving power of God at work in him. People witness miracles of healing, demons … Continue reading
Posted in Devotional, Faith, Gospel, Jesus, Love Others, Scripture, Social Issues, The Story
Tagged Compassion, Mark 6
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He Will Be Their Peace
“And he shall stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the LORD, in the majesty of the name of the LORD his God. And they shall dwell securely, for now he shall be great to the ends of … Continue reading
Things I Want to Remember, Vol. 23
Tonight I’m thinking over some of the most recent “Jackson-isms” that have kept us laughing around our house. I’m keeping up with them here so I can look back on them someday. Our puppy, Sadie, is a Shih Tzu. The … Continue reading
Fall
Today was one of those glorious autumn days: 60 degrees, zero humidity, and a clear blue sky that contrasted the glorious red, orange, and yellow of fall’s changing leaves. As we were driving home after running a few errands, Sunny … Continue reading
Posted in Blessings, Devotional, Disappointment, Eschatology, Faith, Family, Scripture
Tagged Autumn leaves, Psalm 1
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Wreck
So yesterday, I was in a wreck. Not a major wreck. More like a “fender bender.” But still. A wreck. My youngest son was with me, and he was really scared. A wreck is a harrowing experience for anyone, but … Continue reading
Posted in Devotional, Faith, General
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Service Day 2013
Last Sunday, our church participated in our first congregation-wide Service Day. Our leaders asked our members to consider two questions: What is God doing in our community? And how can we join Him there? In response to these questions, we … Continue reading
Posted in Church, Devotional, Faith, Family, Huntsville, Kids, Love Others
Tagged Service Day, Serving as families
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