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When it comes to having children, in particular bringing children into the world, I often say, “My quiver is full” (cf. Ps. 127:5). But down deep inside, Tisha and I both have a yearning to adopt a child. If we do, we will wait until our children are old enough to understand, as much as [...]

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At the close of the Civil War, the following was found in the pocket of a Confederate soldier,
I asked God for strength, that I might achieve;
I was made weak, that I might learn to humbly obey.
I asked for health, that I might do greater things;
I was given infirmity, that I might do better things.
I asked [...]

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I don’t have a clue where I got this, nor who the author is, but I’ve used it repeatedly over the years as a part of funeral service. I love it. Hope you will to!
You and I have been together a long time in a most intimate and valuable relationship. Now you have grown old. [...]

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It’s often said that the Bible is an antiquated book that lacks the ability to speak to us today, but this is hardly the case. The biblical narratives afford us with real hope for real problems. Consider the following:

The Effects of Infidelity (Genesis 16)
How to Cope with Complete Bankruptcy (The book of Job)
How to Cope [...]

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Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, sine they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered.
I Peter 3:7, ESV
All sorts of things can hinder a prayer life. For sure, the guilt and shame [...]

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