Tag Archives: Gospel

The Whole Message of This New Life

Posted on February 23, 2021 by Judy

How would you verbally communicate the entire message of your Christian life to a group of strangers? Describing your life chronologically, vocationally, spiritually, relationally or all four sounds more like the pages of a memoir than a speech. It’s overwhelming. … Continue reading →

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Living Life Now and Forever

Posted on August 30, 2018 by Judy

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If you are a Christian, you know that you have been given the unimaginable gift of eternal life with God. We’re told that we will have resurrected bodies and that there will be no more death, tears, or pain. I … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Mystery

Posted on June 7, 2018 by Judy

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Mysteries are enticing, aren’t they? A good mystery novel gives us just enough information to work out who-done-it, but disguises it perfectly so we’re surprised. The world’s greatest mysteries are tackled in theology or philosophy classrooms. Who is God? Who am … Continue reading →

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Lent: A Spiritual Reset

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Judy

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I grew up in a mainline denomination, and there were aspects about it that I admired and other features that were not particularly helpful. One thing that I appreciated, and that I miss, is its emphasis on the church calendar. … Continue reading →

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Love Never Fails

Posted on August 24, 2017 by Judy

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We say things like love will find a way, and love is all that matters, and love never fails. But then life happens. We get busy, caught up in our own desires and dwell on our differences…and we forget. It’s easy … Continue reading →

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Rest First; Work Later

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Judy

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When all of my work is finished for the day, or when my brain is kaput, I give myself permission to read a novel or to watch a little television. I’m afraid that if I let myself relax earlier, well, nothing would get … Continue reading →

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Remind Yourself of what Jesus did for You Every Day

Posted on March 11, 2015 by Judy

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Do you know what Jesus did for you? You might know that he died for your sins and that if you follow Him you will go to heaven when you die, but do you know that He gives you power and forgiveness … Continue reading →

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Shock Value: A Communications Tip from Jesus

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Judy

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Jesus was a master communicator and a highly influential figure. One of his favorite techniques was unpredictability; it got attention, incited questions, challenged prevailing interpretations of Scripture and invited conversations. Unpredictably… Gabriel visited a teenager and announced, Mary, you’re going to give birth to the Son … Continue reading →

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Adventure Awaits

Posted on July 6, 2013 by Judy

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The following post was written by my son, Brian. I hope you enjoy the connections he’s made between The Lord of the Rings and the gospel followed up by a challenge to adventure. The Lord of the Rings has always been one of my favorite … Continue reading →

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Higher Education: Learning as Preparation for Living

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Judy

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Pomp and Circumstance must reverberate through the atmosphere at this time of year. Graduates of higher education have received their expensive diplomas declaring them ready for real life and productive work. An education is preparation for life and for work. The Church is also engaged in … Continue reading →

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