DEVOTIONALS

Fight the Gray

  1 Peter 1:25  the word of the Lord endures forever."  Romans 5:17 …how much more will those who receive God's abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man, Jesus Christ 2 Cor. 2:14. But thanks be to God, who in...

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Not Political, Just Not My Favorites

Scripture: Acts 10:34-35 "Then Peter began to speak: "I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism but accepts from every nation the one who fears him and does what is right." Romans 2:11 "For God does not show favoritism." James 2:8-9  "If you...

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Then

Scripture: Then… the church throughout Judea, Galilee and Samaria enjoyed a time of peace and was strengthened. Living in the fear of the Lord and encouraged by the Holy Spirit, it increased in numbers. Acts 9:31 Reflection: “Then” is a powerful word. It implies that...

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Radiance

Scripture: Ps 34:4-5 I sought the LORD, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame. Acts 6:15 All who were sitting in the Sanhedrin looked intently at Stephen, and they saw that...

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3 Decisions to begin the Year

The new year has begun. What a year it has already been. Conflict in the capitol and a resurgence of Covid infections that have shut down entire cities and even nations. 2021 is beginning to look a like a continuation of 2020. We can hope that this new year will be...

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The Road of Life

Scripture:  “I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say, 'My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.” Isaiah 46:10 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you...

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Great Joy, Always

Scripture: But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. - Luke 2:10 NIV “Be Joyful always, pray continually, be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”…”do...

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“One Wish” for your Business

“One Wish” If you could have “one wish” for your small business, what would it be? A growing bottom line? I would say most of us would gravitate toward a strong balance sheet yet there are so many metrics we could use to define business success. Running a successful...

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Doing Good Is Good for Business

Doing Good Is Good for Business A recent survey of customers showed that 85% have greater positive image of a business if they know that a portion the profits go back to a charity. 90% of consumers said they would be interested in knowing how companies are supporting...

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