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No Longer Afraid: Living Boldly in the Hope of Christ
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No Longer Afraid: Living Boldly in the Hope of Christ

When we have the hope of Christ planted deep within our hearts, living boldly becomes not only a possibility, but a reality. Let’s dig into the Word of God to grasp this truth and put it into action. 3 But you, O Lord, are a shield around me;    you are my glory, the one who holds my head…

How Can I Die to Self and Love a Little More Like Jesus?
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How Can I Die to Self and Love a Little More Like Jesus?

How can I die to self and love a little more like Jesus? Is there someone in your life, or many someone’s who are hard to love? Loving well often cuts deep. But when we tap into the strength of Jesus, we find a way to love others well. In this post you will find Scripture, a prayer, and insight into why and how we can make that happen.

10 Helpful Bible Verses About the Love of God to Be Grateful For
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10 Helpful Bible Verses About the Love of God to Be Grateful For

The love of God changes lives. It reaches in and heals what is broken and fuels us to live with purpose. It gives us the ability to love better and see the world through the eyes of compassion and truth. The Love of God This is the 7th of a seven-post series about the love…

Please God Help Me Know Your Unconditional Love
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Please God Help Me Know Your Unconditional Love

If you’ve been around here very long at all, you know that my past wasn’t always pretty. It held lots of hurt from betrayal, sin, and brokenness. I spent many years repeating the words, “Please, God, help me.” It took a long time for me to discover and embrace God’s unconditional love. After an abortion…

I Am a Child of God: Why Is Now the Most Important Time to Know This?
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I Am a Child of God: Why Is Now the Most Important Time to Know This?

I was enormous — already. I was nearing the 8-month mark in my pregnancy when I found myself sprinting across the zoo after my 2-year-old. On one foot I wore a medical boot because of a clutzy fall I’d had a few weeks before. However, as my son darted for the gated ‘Do Not Enter’…