For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23 Rejoice! It’s Christmas! My favorite time of year. I have many vivid memories of
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Sail on With the Son
Right when the Son was ’bout ter set sail, a feller ran up ter him, fell on his knees, and asked, “Good teacher, what must I do ter inherit eternal life?” The Son replied, “You
Read moreHow We Follow Jesus With Complete Abandon
How do we follow Jesus with complete abandon and what does it look like in daily life? Because I’ve been following Jesus since sixteen, but I continue to desire to learn how to live it
Read moreFinding God’s Presence in Our Praise
The spirit of the Lord is here. Worship in His presence. . . Seek, and you shall find Him Praise and worship affect my spiritual well-being and restore my soul. Although I’m reminded how the
Read moreMary’s Song
Sweet Mother Mary, Labored Life for all the world, Rose daughter to Son. My name is Mary. Not yet fifteen, I’ve given birth to my firstborn son. Though there will be others, no doubt, there can never
Read moreChrist Changed the World (and can change YOU!)
Christ’s birthday marked the beginning of a new way of living, a new hope, and a new life for all of us.
Read moreCrossing Bridges
Crossing bridges impact us in amazing ways, whether the bridges span languages, landmarks, or lives. First Mission Trip I learned this truth in a new way on my first mission trip. The life changes and
Read moreSimeon’s Song
**The following is a fictitious rendering of Simeon’s story from Luke 2. Unless noted, all scripture references are taken from the ESV.** For many years, Simeon held to the promise in the ancient scriptures, a reminder
Read moreChoosing Joy for the Holiday Season
Choosing joy is a gift we can give ourselves and our loved ones this holiday season. One of the most difficult things for a Christian is learning the difference between happiness and joy. Happiness is
Read moreCHILD SPONSORSHIP – FAITH IN ACTION
SPONSORSHIP – FAITH IN ACTION Our daughter Grace held a photo of a girl in her hand. Winter Jam 2013, the Holt-sponsored Christian concert tour, was revving up as the Newsboys played “We Believe.” Is this
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