MY COMFORT ZONE

Our “comfort zone” is the mysterious bubble surrounding each of us that keeps us from stretching into unfamiliar territory.  Designed to create a sense of security and self-preservation, our comfort zones can quickly become prisons keeping us from becoming the person we truly desire to be. Links Are you READY TO SERVE?  Follow the link [...]

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GOD’S HEART FOR WIDOWS

There is a special place in God’s heart for widows.  Widows, orphans, and foreigners represent a vulnerable demographic of both ancient and modern culture.  Without a steady source of income or strong representation in business and legal affairs, they can easily find themselves exploited. It is interesting that over and again God chooses the vulnerability [...]

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THE STORY OF THE 18TH CAMEL

The story is told of a Middle Eastern traveler making his way on a long journey across the desert. As he plodded on his camel steadily through the dry heat, he came upon an oasis.  Approaching the desert spring, the traveler was surprised to find three brothers weeping profusely. Through conversation with the mourning brothers, the [...]

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STONE SOUP – THE RECIPE

Pots of Stone Soup are springing up all over the Big County.  From the local fish and chicken eatery to schools and home kitchens, friends and family are cooking up the adventure! Here is a recipe for Stone Soup submitted by a dear friend, Ron Smith.   Ingredients  Any pot that is handy  Enough water to fill [...]

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STONE SOUP

The story is told of a French soldier returning to his home after the Napoleonic wars.  Weary and alone, he steadily traveled, passing through village after village seeking shelter and the hospitality of his countrymen. He was saddened to find the devastation of war had broken the spirit of the villagers.  High taxes, poor crops, [...]

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WHY SANTA?

We asked quite a few “why” questions yesterday as we contemplated the birth of our Savior.  I hope and pray the message gave you some good thoughts to consider.  The purpose and plan of God to offer His Son as a sacrifice for mankind demonstrates to us that Jesus truly is THE way to salvation, [...]

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TEXTING THE TEN COMMANDMENTS

So, we’re preparing to teach our youth about the Ten Commandments last night, and my wife comes up with the brilliant thought of letting them phrase each commandment as a text message.  What a cool idea! Seeing as how I still try to text using proper grammar and  punctuation, this one was a stretch for me.  But, [...]

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THE PARABLE OF THE MANDARIN GOBY

Pastor lived at the Outpost, one of the few Cities of Refreshing on the outskirts of the Great Desert.  He and his Family enjoyed the strength and courage they drew from the Fellowship they were connected with.  It was his responsibility to help the Fellowship walk in Faith and Unity and find their daily Nourishment [...]

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