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    Do You Believe in Miracles?

    The Bible is full of miracles, from the parting of the Red Sea to the resurrection of Jesus. But in our modern, scientifically driven world, many people—even within the church—question […]

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    Finding Our Identity in the Lord – Not in Labels

    Protestant, Baptist, Catholic, Muslim, Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, Atheist, Agnostic, Spiritual-but-not-Religious, Liberal, Conservative, Progressive, Libertarian, Socialist, African American, Asian American, Indigenous, Latina/Latino/Latinx, White, Multiracial, Anti-Racist, Nonbinary, Genderqueer, Transgender, Cisgender, Two-Spirit, Demisexual, […]

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    How to Guard Your Marriage Against Bitterness

    Winston Churchill was famous for many things, including his biting wit. He had an ongoing feud and mutually disparaging banter with Nancy Astor (aka Lady Astor), a British politician who […]

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    What is Communion? A Simple Explanation of the Lord’s Supper

    Communion, also known as the Lord’s Supper, is a common practice in the Christian faith. Biblically, it is an ordinance given by Jesus to the Christian church. It is essentially […]

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    What Does it Mean to be “Saved”?

    No relationship is more important than your relationship with God, and no question is more pressing than where you will spend eternity when you die. So, let’s consider a crucial […]

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    Is Your Heart or Spirit Broken?

    My attempt to delicately balance my salad bowl with my food plate failed. The salad bowl crashed onto the dining room floor, sending salad and shards of the bowl everywhere. […]

  • Thumbnail for the post titled: The Believer’s Priesthood–A Look at “Priesthood” in I Peter 2:5 and 9

    The Believer’s Priesthood–A Look at “Priesthood” in I Peter 2:5 and 9

    In 1 Peter 2:5 and 2:9, Peter describes believers as a “holy priesthood” and a “royal priesthood.” What does that mean? Inquiring minds want to know. 🙂 The Greek term […]

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    Don’t Worry About the Election

    Election Day is upon us. Tens of millions of Americans have already voted. The 2024 election season (thankfully) comes to an end officially on Tuesday, November 5. The winner of […]

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    God Hasn’t Given Up on You (So Don’t Give up on Him)

    Exhausted and despairing, a Jewish prophet stumbled his way through the Negev wilderness. Covered in dust, his hair matted and his face bearing signs of fatigue and stress, Elijah was […]

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    Thank You, Olney Baptist Church

    Last month marked 15 years at Olney Baptist Church, and as Pastor Appreciation Month comes to an end, I want to express my appreciation to all the members – and […]