Spiritual Growth

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    Never Forget: Your Church is Your Family

    God’s plan and design for the local church is that it be a localized presence of the universal body of Christ. Every true follower of “the Way” (as the Christian […]

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    Don’t Be a Post-Bible Christian

    There is a growing trend among self-identified Christians to diminish or “deconstruct” the Bible. In some ways, this is nothing new. This tendency raises its ugly head in every generation […]

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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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    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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    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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    Thoughts that Lead to Peace: Reflecting On Philippians 4:8

    Too many people are living stressed-out, dysfunctional, and turbulent lives because they (and the people around them) aren’t heeding the practical exhortation of the Apostle Paul in Philippians. If you […]

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    Becoming Wise Starts With Being Humble

    Wisdom is essential for achieving genuine success in life. King Solomon made that clear when he said: “Wisdom is the principal thing” (Proverbs 4:7a). But the path to wisdom is […]

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    Don’t Miss Out on Heavenly Rewards

    When I was a kid, I loved taking part in competitions and winning awards. It helped validate my efforts and prove that I could succeed. And, when I received the […]

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    Show Up and Smile: A Great Way to Encourage Your Church Family

    Do you care about your brothers and sisters in Christ, especially those who are a part of your church family? If so, you can encourage them in a very simple […]