Tag Archives: Inspiration

Hope – A Christmas Gift

The Gift: “But while he thought about these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take to you Mary your wife, for that which … Continue reading

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The Season For Receiving

This was a Christmas article I wrote for the Globe, Arizona newspaper, the “Silver Belt” in the late 1990’s for their Church Directory. I submit it here as it was written then with just a few grammatical changes (and some … Continue reading

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Reason For The Season

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The Legend of the Candy Cane

According to the legend of the candy cane, this candy was first created back in the 18th century. At that time, in certain areas of Europe, there was said to be a ban on public displays of Christianity. Christians were … Continue reading

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Pray When It’s Hard To Pray

Most Gracious Heavenly Father, Encircle my mind. I have so many worries, doubts, fears and regrets to sift through. Please bring stillness and calm, remind me that you hold all these things for me and took them to the cross … Continue reading

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They Follow Me . . .

They Follow Me . . . I called them and they heard my voice; my children follow me; they call in prayer and I hear, the deepness in their plea. Born anew from nothing more than love I have bestowed; … Continue reading

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How Big Is God?

A boy asked his Father one day, “Dad, what is the size of God, how big is He?” The Father looked up and around the sky and spotted a plane flying way overhead. He asked his son, “What is the … Continue reading

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The Sheep and Their Shepherd IV – Charles Spurgeon

*Pastor’s Note: I want to depart a bit from my normal practice of posting short sermons by these great men of God for one that is rather long. Because of the fact that it IS long, I am going to … Continue reading

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Jesus Died For Me . . .

JESUS Died for Me . . . It was HIS blood which set me free; yes, JESUS died for me. HIS grace by faith forgave my sin, in HIM, I do believe. If I were the only one to have … Continue reading

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Choice – Affects Destiny

Deuteronomy 30:19-20, “I call heaven and earth to witness against you today, that I have set before you life and death, the blessing and the curse. So choose life in order that you may live, you and your descendants, by … Continue reading

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Alpha and Omega – Beginning and End

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Let Satan Roar!

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O Death, Where Is Your Sting?

Dedicated to my Wife’s younger Brother, Kevin Torres who answered the call of eternity December 4th, 2019. “He will swallow up death forever, And the Lord GOD will wipe away tears from all faces; The rebuke of His people He … Continue reading

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God’s Grace

God’s Grace He gives His love both day and night and watches over me; His bounty given unselfishly is multiplied to see. How tender are the mercies of the Son of God, above; His warmth enfolds me – heaven’s quilt … Continue reading

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The Sheep and Their Shepherd III – Charles Spurgeon

*Pastor’s Note: I want to depart a bit from my normal practice of posting short sermons by these great men of God for one that is rather long. Because of the fact that it IS long, I am going to … Continue reading

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A Thanksgiving Prayer

Originally posted on Life Project Blog:
This is something that I wrote some years ago, but it still applies today… Father, I thank you for all of the ways in which you have blessed me and my family.  Our blessings…

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Are You Called To Be An Intercessor?

Originally posted on Esther's Petition:
Several weeks ago I asked our Intercessory Prayer Sunday School class, How many of you feel called to be an Intercessor? Some raised their hands, some didn’t. One member said, I don’t have that…

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Fear God, Depart From Evil

“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” – Romans 3:23.

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Heaven – God’s Endowment

Psalm 16:9-11, “Therefore my heart is glad and my glory rejoices; My flesh also will dwell securely. For You will not abandon my soul to Sheol; Nor will You allow Your Holy One to undergo decay. You will make known … Continue reading

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Beauty Beyond Imagine – Part II

“Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And … Continue reading

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