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Crossroads
I haven't mentioned it much on my blog, but lately I've had several life crossroads happening all at once and one right after the other. I know how to choose the path ahead, I'm just unsure what things are going to look like on the way. I know God is with me and I'm...
Children’s Version – Joseph in Egypt
In Sunday School, the two, three, and four year-olds have been learning about Joseph in Egypt after his brothers sold him as a slave. Even though Joseph wasn't supposed to be there and hadn't done anything wrong, he still decided that he was going to keep believing in...
Praying the Bible
Last night at church the pastor talked about prayer, and how sometimes we can get bored with it. He pointed out that it's not wrong that we pray about the same old things, but sometimes saying the same old things about the same old things is the problem. Too often we...
Observations on Humans
I've heard a few people say that it can sometimes be fun and helpful to talk about humans as if you're not one, and you're pointing out all the fun, adorable, and wholesome things they do. I figured I'd give it a go. Humans love a good story, especially if it talks...
A Few More Notes on Faith
I've shared notes on faith before (Notes on Faith), and I have a few more. Familiarity doesn't mean faith. Just because you're used to God and church doesn't mean they actually mean anything to you. Minimum provisions give the opportunity for maximum faith. The...
A Bit on Repentance
I've recently come across some good lessons and information about repentance, so I'd like to share. Reform does not equal regeneration, and remorse does not equal repentance. Repentance demands and is change. It is a deliberate change. Before the truth sets you free,...