Busy. That’s the word we often use when describing life these days. It’s no wonder many of us feel overwhelmed when it comes to thinking about how we might serve community. I recently caught up with one particular group that is very busy indeed…Studio 56! These 5th and 6th graders have so much going on in their lives! School, sports,…
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We all have people in our lives that we want to love well. But sometimes it can be a challenge to figure out what would be meaningful to them. Do you feel like you struggle to find just the right thing that will make help people feel cared for and make their day? There is a secret to making them…
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The other day a friend of mine shared how disconnected they felt. It was surprising, considering how much constant contact this person has with the world on a given day. How could they feel so lonely surrounded by so many people? Why did their interactions seem to create distance rather than cultivate the meaningful connections that their heart and soul…
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A ship was sinking in the middle of a storm. The captain called out to the crew and said, “Does anyone here know how to pray?” One man stepped forward and said, “Yes sir! I know how to pray!” The captain responded, “Wonderful! You pray while the rest of us put on life jackets…we’re one short!” When we are navigating…
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“Hope is nothing else than the expectations of those things which faith has believed to have been truly promised by God.” -John Calvin It is tempting to look at our circumstances to determine truth rather than look to Jesus, especially as we find ourselves dealing with unmet expectations. Our personal experiences can leave us frustrated and we’re left wondering if God…
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Isn’t it amazing that we have the honor and privilege to share our lives with the Most High God??!! He is eager to hear every detail! His desire is to guide us, protect us, and equip us for whatever lies ahead. As we share our hopes, fears and deepest needs, we not only gain perspective but we have access to…
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We were at a loss for words. The person in our midst shared the tender, broken places of their life and soul. The pain was palpable. There was no good explanation we could offer to wipe away the hurt or change the reality. So we sat there in silence, all of us struggling to find a way out of the…
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