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The Reality of Being in the Family of God
The family of God. Brothers and sisters in Christ. To some, those are inviting and amazing phrases. To those of us who have experienced less than wholesome family life or real siblings, those phrases can be a mixed bag. But then again, so is the church. God extends His grace through Christ to anyone, even …[ read more ]
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The Uncomfortable Comfort of God
Have you ever received comfort that wasn’t really comforting? It happens all the time, right? At funerals, during illness, or during trials, we offer one another what we hope is comfort, but it doesn’t translate that way. And, sometimes, we receive false comfort. Like when my husband tells me my outfit is flattering but then …[ read more ]