Author: growinggodlygenerations

Alluring Choices

Some choices look alluring. The appeal to the senses: the look; the feel inside and physical touches cause the heart to pump a few extra beats; the words and promises whispered in your ears; and the overall vibe says, “I want, no, I NEED this.” The ironic aspect about God is He allows us the…

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Relentless Grace (Hosea 1-2)

MOTIVATE It was January 21, 1930, and the British King George V was to open the great Naval Disarmament Conference in the Royal Gallery in the House of Lords. The king’s speech would be broadcast to 50 North American radio stations. Remember, this was during the infancy of radio broadcast. However, minutes before the king…

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Gospel Vision & Prayer

MOTIVATE One of the annual bills in our house is our AAA membership. AAA offers roadside assistance in case your vehicle is unable to function and take you to your destination. Regardless of your dysfunction, they offer some sort of help. AAA offers 24/7/365 friendly customer service and swift, award-winning roadside assistance. Further, your membership…

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Peacemaking Amid Polarization

Presentation brief on behalf of the Matthew 5:9 Fellowship(*summary notes, not exact) ◦ A polarized world needs a peacemaking church. ◦ A polarized church will never be ambassadors for God’s reconciling peace. ◦ Peace ambassadors emphasize shared identities and values, starting with belonging to Christ (1Cor 3:5-7). ◦ Peace ambassadors model positive norms (1Cor 11:1)….

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