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Do you need an Easter devotional? I created on for Lent (March 5-April 20). It’s free! Download below. You can also purchase it on Amazon at cost ($4.25).
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My dad helped me memorize lots of Scripture. Almost every night, he would listen as I recited Psalm 1, 23, 100, the Beatitudes, Romans 12, and many others. I can still recall them to this day! I’m thankful for those times of discipleship with my dad. During this time (K-2nd grade), we would “compete” in…
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“All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more and more people may cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God.” ~ 2 Corinthians 4:15 I was so overjoyed today – thankful – content – at peace. I am still blown away by what Jesus did for me. Thank you Jesus…
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When I was a kid, I remember running water in the bathtub in hopes my mom would think I had gotten in it. It never worked as she was too good of an investigator, but that comes with motherhood. She would ask, “Did you take a bath?” I’d lie and say, “I did,” but she…
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Are You Generous? Is it easier to be generous when you have money or when you are broke? I’ve been on both ends of this spectrum. There have been times I’ve wanted to give towards something but wasn’t able due to lack of funds, and there have been other times I didn’t give toward something…
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How do I know I’m praying God’s will? Here are 10 short points:1) Praying the scriptures is always His will.2) Praying the prayer commands of scripture are always His will (e.g. pray for your enemies, pray for wisdom, lead me not into temptation).3) Be sure to pray with right motivation (not selfish, angry, sinful).4) Pray…
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Studying Peter’s first sermon (Acts 2:14-41) and made a few observations that still apply to preaching today. Peter: The result? 3,000 people were saved and immediately joined the fellowship of the other believers – the church. Biblical preaching causes people to be involved in and be the church (Acts 2:41-47).
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I’ve always struggled with insecurity. From the overly shy elementary kid to the now doctorate-wielding pastor, I still struggle at times. Whether it’s feeling like I’m “not enough,” “what do I have to offer,” or “I can’t compete with that,” these thoughts and several others are ones I attempt to take captive every day. Even…
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Do you read the verses around your favorite Bible verse? We should. They will keep you from misinterpreting Scripture. Hebrews 13:8 says, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” That’s one of my favorites. This Scripture means Jesus doesn’t change. He’s constant. He’s always been…timeless…trustworthy. It was interesting to read the verses before…
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Tonight, there was a sweet spirit of the beginnings of revival during a church prayer meeting. The Spirit moved as we worshipped, read the Word, prayed, and sought the Lord. There was confession of sin. People were on their knees praying, crying out to the Lord. People lingered at the altar. I openly repented of…
stephen R Harrison 