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Why is Scar Tissue so Tender?

Why is Scar Tissue so Tender?

On my right pinky finger I have a bright white scar from a deep cut caused by an accident with a whittling knife over 30 years ago. That cut was glued and taped up and has long since healed. I have the thin bright white scar to prove it.

But when I bump that scar just right, a bolt of electricity shoots up my arm and sears each pain receptor in my brain. I’m left breathless as I shake the…

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Take 5: Come To Me--The Gentle, Humble Teacher

Take 5: Come To Me–The Gentle, Humble Teacher

Life’s demands grind us down in the best of times. But since Covid, our lives have radically changed, possibly forever. Each burden we carry is elephantine with trepidation and insecurity compounding the weight. Fear snakes its way around our decisions and dreams. And unbelief haunts our steps.

Have you wondered: Where is God in all of this? Is He still in control? Does He still love and care…

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Take 5: Come to Me--Refinement and Restoration

Take 5: Come to Me–Refinement and Restoration

“Come to me.” Jesus whispers as He stretches out His hand.“Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)

When we come (back) to Him, accept His gift of salvation, repent and are forgiven, Jesus offers us a place to rest under His wings. This is where we’re restored…and refined.

Contrary to popular belief, following Jesus won’t…

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Take 5: Come To Me--Repent and Be Forgiven

Take 5: Come To Me–Repent and Be Forgiven

Jesus’ offer of rest isn’t just for our bodies and burden-laden lives, but for our souls. Our hearts. Our minds. It’s a total package.

Once we’ve surrendered our life to Him and accepted His gift of Salvation, He invites us to repent of our sins and unbelief.

Our greatest oppression isn’t a result of the pressures that plague our burden-laden lives but the condition of our heart.

When we…

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Take 5: Come To Me--An Ongoing Invitation

Take 5: Come To Me–An Ongoing Invitation

Jesus’ offer of rest isn’t just for our bodies and burden-laden lives, but for our souls. Our hearts. Our minds. It’s a total package.

First, He invites us to come (back) to Him in faith and humility. To accept His gift of salvation or to recommit to the covenant we made with His when we first accepted His gift and vowed to follow Him all the days of our lives. This is the most precious…

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Rest: Come to Me

Rest: Come to Me

What are we to do?

Overwhelm. Anxiety. Uncertainty. Fear of the unknown—all are very real right now. Stress is elevated to unprecedented heights. Mental illness is plaguing many we know and love—including ourselves. And we’re walking on eggshells, afraid one misstep will cause the chaos, destruction, and mayhem to erupt again.

What are we to do? What options do we have?

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Take 5: Let Your Light Shine

Take 5: Let Your Light Shine

You are the light of the world! ~ Let your light shine! ~ Be the light!

How many times have you heard these things said to you? Over you? Countless I’d bet.

So, what does Jesus mean when He says,“You are the light of the world”?

First, let’s remember that Jesus said He is the Light of the World. (John 8:12) And when we accept His gift of Salvation, put our faith in Him, and choose to…

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Take 5: Put You Faith Into Action

Take 5: Put You Faith Into Action

God saved you by His grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. Ephesians 2:8-9 are some of our most beloved verses. Many of us have these verses memorized and tucked into out hearts. Their offering of assurance coupled with a blatant reminder is significant!

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