Category Archives: Christian Living

Evidence of Change

A friend of mine fell and broke an arm. Eventually, there will be more tests and therapy to check for evidence of healing and improved motion and strength. This week I’m looking again at the teaching of John the Baptizer. … Continue reading

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The Way of the Lord

From where we live in Arizona, most of our road trips include maneuvering steep, winding roads on mountains and across valleys. The gospel writer, Luke, describes a much easier road or “way” to Jesus. He quoted the prophet Isaiah, “A … Continue reading

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If God Says “Yes,” Why Would We Say “No”?

We pray and ask God for our deepest desires. Sometimes, we see that what we long for is happening. Why, then, would we ever sabotage it? This is exactly what the nation of Israel did long ago. With God’s help, … Continue reading

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Incomparable Love

According to Webster, love is a “strong affection for another arising out of kinship or personal ties.” Each of us longs to experience this kind of ongoing relationship. People, however, can be fickle, moody, rude, ignorant, self-centered, and extremely cruel. … Continue reading

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NOT a Coincidence

My daughter-in-law ‘happened’ to let me know that a package for her daughter (my granddaughter) did not arrive as planned. I checked my emails and credit card history and voila, I only thought I had completed the order for her … Continue reading

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Drink Diligently

On cold winter mornings, it is always nice to have something warm to drink. Whether sipping tea, coffee, or cocoa, you feel the heat slide down to warm you deep inside. The only problem is, the comfort and satisfaction are … Continue reading

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Spiritual Health

You know those times when you are feeling really crummy? Perhaps you have a cold, ate the wrong foods, or put your back out. Ugh! You’d do almost anything to feel better. But when we’re in a spiritual slump, sometimes … Continue reading

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What Do We Want?

At holidays and birthdays, we may hear family and friends asking, “What do you want?” In Scripture, we find some interesting requests presented to God and Jesus: Jesus also taught, “For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, … Continue reading

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Jesus’ Tender Touch

Greeting family and close friends is often accompanied by touch, whether it’s a hug, a strong handshake or fist bump, or my favorite, a grandchild running into my arms. Today, I want to look at the story of Jesus healing … Continue reading

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Don’t Miss an Opportunity

Don’t you just hate it when you miss a great opportunity? Maybe you hear about an event too late, circumstances mess up your plans, or you ‘chicken out’. I love the story of Bartimaeus. As a blind man, he supported … Continue reading

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