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Childlike Eyes at Christmastime

Through a grandson’s simple “Good morning” and love for Jesus, we’re reminded that the message of Christ is both personal and communal—drawing every generation into His joy. As we share the gift of Jesus with others, our own fellowship with Him grows deeper and our joy becomes complete.

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Strength for the Long Road of Faith

Hebrews 12 shows that following Jesus involves real effort, loving correction, and perseverance, but we never run alone. With a cloud of witnesses cheering us on and the Spirit guiding us, even our hardest moments become places where God shapes us and secures our hope.

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Identifying Stumbling Blocks

When our confidence shifts to worldly systems or voices, our faith weakens. But through repentance and renewed focus on Jesus, God restores us to wholehearted devotion and reminds us that He alone deserves first place in our hearts.

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The Beauty of Being a Babbler

When I started campus ministry, I feared sounding foolish among scholars. Acts 17 reminded me that Paul was mocked too—but some believed. I’ve learned that sharing Jesus doesn’t require eloquence, just faithfulness. Even if we babble, God can use our words to change lives.

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Following God When the Map Changes

Have you ever been sure you were walking in God’s will, only to hit a wall? Me too. And so were the apostles. Acts 8 shows us that even setbacks—like Stephen’s death or Saul’s persecution—can become setups for greater kingdom impact. God’s plan isn’t always predictable, but it’s always purposeful.

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More Than a Sunday Seat

If your faith only shows up on Sunday, then you’re missing the adventure Jesus invites you into. The early church didn’t grow because of great coffee or catchy music—it grew because believers lived boldly between the gatherings.

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Strength with Surrender

Joab reminded Israel’s army that strength is not for self-promotion but for God’s people and God’s kingdom. Real strength is found when we place our battles in the Lord’s hands and trust Him to do what is good.

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Daniel: The Original Scholarship Kid

Long before FAFSA, God was placing students like Daniel into elite programs with full-ride support. But Daniel’s real education wasn’t in the classroom—it was in his convictions. God’s hand was on him from the start, just like He’s still involved in students’ lives today.

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Exercising Our Faith

Ezekiel challenged leaders who prioritized their comfort over their calling. Good shepherds—then and now—care for the vulnerable. Let’s be people who reflect God's justice, not just absorb his grace.

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