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Righteous People Walk In The Paths Of The Lord

Let those who are wise understand these things. Let those with discernment listen carefully. The paths of the Lord are true and right, and righteous people live by walking in them. Hosea 14:9 Hosea ended his prophetic book with that verse. In it, he said, Let those who are wise understand these things. As we look into… Continue reading Righteous People Walk In The Paths Of The Lord

The plans I have for you (Jeremiah 29)

You may have heard this one: Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” We’re looking at favourite verses in Jeremiah, and this might top the list. We’re asking you to handle Scripture… Continue reading The plans I have for you (Jeremiah 29)

When You Feel Dropped by the Lord

Have you ever gone through a season where you felt dropped by the Lord? If you have not you will. It’s only a part of life, especially for those who seek God with their whole heart. We acknowledge God in all of our decision-making rejoicing in his goodness. Then, life happens. Not just once but… Continue reading When You Feel Dropped by the Lord

Vulnerability of being a Pastor Faithful Spouse – Divorce Minister

2 Now the overseer is to be above reproach, faithful to his wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach…. 4 He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him, and he must do so in a manner worthy of full respect. –I Timothy 3:2, 4, NIV Because divorce prejudice is real and strong… Continue reading Vulnerability of being a Pastor Faithful Spouse – Divorce Minister

Nativity & Advent: What about Joseph the Carpenter?

In biblical times (now, too), the son took on the father’s profession. The tailor’s son became a tailor. The butcher’s son became a butcher. The blacksmith’s son became a blacksmith. The fisherman’s son became a fisherman. My own father, and his father before him, became a funeral director. Many professions are mentioned in the New… Continue reading Nativity & Advent: What about Joseph the Carpenter?