Author: Pastor Tubbs
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Should Christians Participate in Halloween?
As we get closer to October 31, this question becomes more pressing in the minds of believers, especially parents. I hope that I can offer some helpful food for thought […]
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Is Fighting in a War Always Wrong?
At the time of this writing, Israel has just been savagely attacked by Hamas — plunging a region characterized by instability into war once again. It’s been nineteen months since […]
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“I’ll Show Him!” Beyond Tit-for-Tat in the Body of Christ
There is no place for getting back at someone or “teaching someone a lesson” in a petty or mean-spirited way when it comes to the body of Christ. That’s the […]
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Building Up The Body: A Free Christian Short Story
Four men, grumbling under their breath, trudged through the rough, muddied terrain toward the unexpected meeting spot chosen by their senior colleague. They were all deacons at Pine Creek Baptist […]
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Correcting With Grace: What Ephesians 4:29 Says About Rebukes and Reprimands
Should followers of Christ strive to be consistently kind and nice, even when there is a need for correction or rebuke? That was at the heart of a discussion I […]
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When Your Political Views Become Toxic or Dangerous
When I was a teenager, I was passionate about my political views. And I looked for opportunities to express those views, because…well…I was right and all the people in my […]
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Why Are Some Churches Toxic or Combative?
The American church is in decline. Two years ago, it was reported that church membership in the U.S. had fallen below 50 percent for the first time in eight decades […]
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Beware of Christian Legalism
Is it a sin to go to the movies? How about dancing? How about going to the beach or a public swimming pool? How about women wearing pants or shorts […]
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Be Discerning
In today’s world, we’re bombarded with information and opinions. And we’re often conditioned and expected to make quick decisions and/or make quick judgments. By contrast, believers in Christ are called […]
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These All Died in Faith: The Legacy of The Saints in Hebrews 11
Hebrews 11 is of course often referred to as the “Hall of Fame of Faith” in the Bible, showcasing the extraordinary examples of faith displayed by various biblical figures, inspiring […]
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