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A Prayer for Ukraine
Oh dear Father, we cannot bear the news, the pleas, the suffering of our brothers and sisters in the Ukraine, nor the isolation and bondage of the citizens of Russia. We cry out to you with one voice to put an end to this war, to free everyone in the path of Putin’s destructive plan, …[ read more ]
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How Can We Handle All the Headlines and Hold onto Faith?
My dear friends, We are under a deluge of headlines that threaten to dishearten us and weary our souls to the point of extreme faith fatigue! How our hearts break for the people of Ukraine and for the innocent citizens of Russia who are also victims of tyranny! My heart is also heavy for all …[ read more ]
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And Now We Walk Through Fire
So much is right in my life and so much else is wrong. You, too? I know love. I enjoy health. My family enjoys one another. I have meaningful work. I am safe. My healing continues to progress. Jesus reigns. You have a list of blessings, too. But. But. Ukraine is under siege. The country, …[ read more ]
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The Danger of Lesser Gods
Little gods. It’s been with us since the garden, the desire to deify ourselves, to create little kingdoms over which we rule, to control people, circumstances, and even the greater God. And you have to admit, we’re pretty cool. Humans have amazing capabilities and tremendous achievements across the board. Sometimes, I want to worship us, …[ read more ]