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Courage from the Shepherd
Psalm 23 is a beloved psalm because it gives us needed encouragement every time we read it. Today’s devotional about a game-winning field goal kick in college football reminds us that when we walk into a situation that we don’t know what the outcome will be that we can repeat
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NavigateLife – December 31
Today’s NavigateLife segment brings the good news that God’s mercies are new every morning. Accordingly, we are encouraged to approach the new year with a renewed purpose
NavigateLife – December 24
This week’s NavigateLife segment begins with great opening lines from classic literature, reminding us that Jesus’ birth is the greatest opening line in history. However, It is
Our Daily Bread
I was sent a link to yesterday’s Our Daily Bread. It was written by a member of our congregation, read by another member of our congregation
NavigateLife – December 17
This week’s NavigateLife segment reminds us that God is near to the brokenhearted. This promise is especially comforting for those who have experienced a loss recently
Sandy Hook Statement
We were deeply saddened to hear of the horrific news of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut today. As parents to elementary
NavigateLife – December 10
This Monday’s Navigate Life segment encouraged us to take time this season to appreciate the stories of Christmas. As you enjoy traditions and share memories with your
Favorite Friendship Quotes
When we honestly ask ourselves which person in our lives means the most to us, we often find that it is those who, instead of
NavigateLife – December 3
This Monday’s Navigate Life segment encouraged parents to try mixing in a yes in the midst of all those no’s. Have you put this into practice this
Evil Spirit in 1 Samuel 16
In 1 Samuel 16, our passage from Sunday, we read that God sent an evil spirit to torment Saul. What? If you or I were writing that
Optical Illusion
I received a request to post the 8 things that people view incorrectly in 1 Samuel 16. They are: Samuel sees death in Bethlehem because
Did God Practice Deception?
In our passage this morning, 1 Samuel 16, Samuel expresses fear when God commands him to go to Bethlehem to anoint a new king for Israel. Samuel is
Insecurity and Arrogance
On Sunday (Nov. 25) we revisited the issue of insecurity and arrogance during the sermon. I said because insecurity and arrogance come from a reliance on self,
NavigateLife – November 26
This week’s Navigate Life segment reminds us to pause before we speak. Are you choosing your words carefully?
National Adoption Month
Did you know that November is National Adoption Month in the U.S.? It is also when we recognize Orphan Sunday, a Christian effort to promote and assist
Gratefulnesse
Following is a favorite poem of thanks we share with you. Have a blessed Thanksgiving, Jim and Lisa GRATEFULNESSE by George Herbert, (1593-1633), Welsh-born English poet
NavigateLife – November 19
As we celebrate Thanksgiving this Thursday, today’s Navigate Life segment reminds us that God is the source of all good things. What do you want to thank
NavigateLife – November 12
Enjoy this week’s Navigate Life segment, a moment of truth from God’s Word reminding us of God’s great love for us.
Casting of Lots in I Samuel
Here is an interesting observation from 1 Samuel 10 that I had to pass over during the sermon on Sunday morning due to time constraints: