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Why halfway is no way when we’re discussing  your Christian life
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/8/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/8/21

Why halfway is no way when we’re discussing your Christian life

God didn’t go halfway in his love for us. Now, just a few after Easter, we have the chance to decide how to go the whole way with him.

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How to stop fretting and start resting in the life God wants for us
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/7/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/7/21

How to stop fretting and start resting in the life God wants for us

It’s not the word I wanted to describe my life, but I’m afraid it fits all too well. Thankfully, Psalm 37 offers the remedy for fretting.

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“Second-in-command,” thoughts for leaders and succession, Part 2
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/6/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/6/21

“Second-in-command,” thoughts for leaders and succession, Part 2

Look and listen to God, and start equipping the Number. Twos on your org chart.

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You aren’t second-in-command forever: a reminder for leaders
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/5/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/5/21

You aren’t second-in-command forever: a reminder for leaders

Moses was a hesitant, and then a legendary, leader. But eventually the time came for him to choose a successor. That time will come for every leader.

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Sunday review: March 29—April 3
Sunday Review Mark A. Taylor 4/4/21 Sunday Review Mark A. Taylor 4/4/21

Sunday review: March 29—April 3

It’s Resurrection Sunday! These quotes from this week’s posts can make your celebration even richer. Choose one of them to share with someone else who needs the encouragement you’ll find here.

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Tempted by suffering: A meditation for the day before Easter
Saturday Posts Mark A. Taylor 4/3/21 Saturday Posts Mark A. Taylor 4/3/21

Tempted by suffering: A meditation for the day before Easter

On this quiet Saturday before the hallelujahs of the resurrection, what are we willing to ponder as we pause at the grave of Jesus?

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Pilate, politics, and the trial of Jesus: the ‘Good Friday’ scenario
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/2/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/2/21

Pilate, politics, and the trial of Jesus: the ‘Good Friday’ scenario

Powerful politics were involved in the last days of Jesus, just as they are today. Players on both sides of the political aisle embrace enough Jesus to play the citizenry. And Christians can’t seem to keep from being used. Power loves power and will sacrifice anything and anyone to gain or keep control.

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Two truths from Jesus at the meal he ate before his crucifixion
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/1/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 4/1/21

Two truths from Jesus at the meal he ate before his crucifixion

What Jesus said was as remarkable as it is convicting. As he approached his death, he showed us how to live.

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The example of these women reminds us of strong women through time
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/31/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/31/21

The example of these women reminds us of strong women through time

Some of these women made the exodus story possible. Others set the stage for fairness to generations of women to follow.

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What we must do when we realize our pockets are full of judgment
Weekday Posts Mark A. Taylor 3/30/21 Weekday Posts Mark A. Taylor 3/30/21

What we must do when we realize our pockets are full of judgment

All of us have at least a couple of rocks in our pocket. The example of Jesus tells us to throw them away.

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What if you do the scouting report and the odds are against you?
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/29/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/29/21

What if you do the scouting report and the odds are against you?

If you enjoy rooting for the underdog, here’s what you can see in one “team” that at first failed the challenge.

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Sunday review: March 22-27
Sunday Review Mark A. Taylor 3/28/21 Sunday Review Mark A. Taylor 3/28/21

Sunday review: March 22-27

God has the world under control, in his hands. Yet he allows each of us to respond to him according to what we choose. This week’s posts help each of us choose wisely. Which one has meant the most to you?

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Can local churches help people find and form “chosen families”?
Saturday Posts Mark A. Taylor 3/27/21 Saturday Posts Mark A. Taylor 3/27/21

Can local churches help people find and form “chosen families”?

Our solution to the problem of pandemic isolation is similar to the way many Americans are relating to each other. It’s a trend for the church to notice.

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Seeking success? Aiming for victory? Here’s what you really need to do
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/26/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/26/21

Seeking success? Aiming for victory? Here’s what you really need to do

“The king is not saved by his great army; a warrior is not delivered by his great strength. The war horse is a false hope for salvation, and by its great might it cannot rescue.”

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 A story to remind us how to respond to the complainers nearby
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/25/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/25/21

A story to remind us how to respond to the complainers nearby

Despite God’s provision, his people still complained. If this sounds familiar, maybe it will help you think about today after reading again this old, old story.

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Familiar words, contemporary challenge: the beauty of blessing
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/24/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/24/21

Familiar words, contemporary challenge: the beauty of blessing

More blessing, less cursing: it’s a Biblical example just right for our quick-reply, social media-driven culture.

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How what you say could create curiosity that leads to abundant life
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/23/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/23/21

How what you say could create curiosity that leads to abundant life

His words changed her life and transformed a whole community. Could the same happen with something we say?

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“He’s got the whole world in his hands,” the best place of all
Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/22/21 Weekday Posts Dean Collins 3/22/21

“He’s got the whole world in his hands,” the best place of all

The Bible tells us everything is in his hands. Good to remember when we hold too tightly to the life we think we’re controlling.

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Sunday review: March 15-20
Sunday Review Mark A. Taylor 3/21/21 Sunday Review Mark A. Taylor 3/21/21

Sunday review: March 15-20

Read Psalm 23 again along with this week’s devotions that help us reflect on its meaning. Plus Saturday’s bonus post that prods us to see everyday differences we can make with our lives.

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A simple answer when I wonder, “Does my life really matter?”
Saturday Posts Mark A. Taylor 3/20/21 Saturday Posts Mark A. Taylor 3/20/21

A simple answer when I wonder, “Does my life really matter?”

Have you ever wondered about all the people whose names did not make it into the Bible? Have you ever decided you’re OK with joining their anonymous crowd?

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