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Rejoicing in Trials: The Pathway to Hope

Most of us don’t naturally rejoice when we face problems. Our first instinct is to pray that the trouble will go away, to ask God for relief, or to wonder why we’re going through it in the first place. Yet … Continue reading

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7 Reasons Why We Never Give Up

Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 4:16–18:“That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day. For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for us … Continue reading

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Paul’s Secret to Finishing Well

Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 9 are both inspiring and sobering: “I discipline my body like an athlete, training it to do what it should. Otherwise, I fear that after preaching to others I myself might be disqualified.” (1 Cor. … Continue reading

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Kept from All Harm? Reconciling Psalm 121 with Real-Life Pain

I love the promise found in Psalm 121: “The Lord keeps you from all harm and watches over your life.The Lord keeps watch over you as you come and go, both now and forever.”—Psalm 121:7–8 (NLT) It’s one of those … Continue reading

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Why Does God Test Us?

One of the great themes of Scripture is that God tests His people. In Deuteronomy 8:2, Moses reminds Israel, “Remember how the Lord your God led you through the wilderness for these forty years, humbling you and testing you to … Continue reading

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7 Rewards of Seeking God

One of the most powerful promises in Scripture is found in Hebrews 11:6: “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of … Continue reading

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Kingdom Living: Keys to an Abundant Life

Jesus’ parable of the sower (Mark 4:1-20) reveals a powerful truth about fruitfulness in the Kingdom of God. He describes different kinds of soil representing the condition of our hearts and explains that those who receive God’s Word and nurture … Continue reading

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The Benefits and Importance of Racquet Sports in Maintaining Health

At 70 years old, I have found that playing racquet sports has been a blessing. Over the years, I’ve enjoyed tennis, squash, ping-pong, racquetball and now pickleball, and they’ve not only kept me physically active but also enhanced my overall … Continue reading

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How Do We Keep Our Eyes on Jesus?

The race of life is not a sprint; it’s a marathon. Hebrews 12 encourages us to “run with endurance the race God has set before us.” But the key to this endurance lies in the phrase that follows: “We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.” So how do we keep our eyes on Him, especially in a world full of distractions? Continue reading

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9 Biblical Success Principles For Musicians

Is your desire to improve and become the best musician you can be? Here are nine great principles found in the Bible that can be applied to your musical journey. 1. Excellence: The Bible encourages believers to do everything with … Continue reading

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