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He Could Have Called It All Off
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On this Good Friday, as I read through the Scripture account of that dark day long ago, I am struck by the words of Jesus to his disciples who wanted to get a little reckless with their swords, fighting off the arrest. Jesus said, "Do you not think...
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Entering Holy Week
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Yesterday we began the most significant week of the year for followers of Jesus - what we call Holy Week. From the many "Hosannas" sung in churches for Palm Sunday to the joyful songs celebrating the empty grave next weekend, those who claim...
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Mystery of the Spirit's Leading
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I've been reading lately in the book of Acts, and reflecting on the mysterious ways in which the Holy Spirit led those early believers. Today's passage in Acts l6 described how Paul and his companions tried to enter a place called Bithynia, "but...
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Creativity in a Downturn
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With all the bad and scary news about the economy - which affects every single ministry I know, including ours - there are a few upsides. First and foremost, it's apparent that people in general feel more vulnerable and open to spiritual needs and...
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Without Him Nothing Was Made
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One of my favorite passages in the Bible - one that reads like poetry even in the English language - is the first chapter of the gospel of John. This morning I read those familiar words once again, " without him nothing was made that has been made...
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A Remarkable Display During a Creative Meeting
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You have worked very hard on a script for the church Christmas services, thinking through the flow of content, the visual themes, the music selections, every moment crafted carefully in your mind and heart. But now it's time to present this first...
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A Psalm for Artists and Teachers in the Church
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A friend and teammate sent me some verses this morning from Psalm 40. He was highlighting verses 2 and 3, but the more I read the entire Psalm, the more I realized how penetrating all its words are for artists and teachers. Of course, David was an incredible...
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If It Weren't For Jesus
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I had the opportunity last night to lead our first of five Good Friday services (4 of them today). We framed this one hour service as a memorial service for Jesus, a time to remember Him through reflection, communion, and music. The focal point of the...
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The Race Marked Out for Us
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I’ve been reading lately in the book of Hebrews, and was struck by a phrase in chapter 12 that says, “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us…” How amazing that God has actually defined a race for us, and it is our race to run, and not...
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