Author Archives: jwfisch

Better to be saved

Posted on August 19, 2019 by jwfisch

Trying to be better is way over-rated. It’s more beneficial to be one who is saved and out seeking others who are lost.

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No more “Love the sinner; hate the sin”

Posted on August 16, 2019 by jwfisch

When you love someone you embrace the whole person. This whole “Love the sinner; hate the sin” thing should be buried for good — not because it’s wrong, but because it’s impossible. If you’re going to love me and hate … Continue reading →

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“Could”s and “should”s

Posted on August 15, 2019 by jwfisch

When teams that could win face teams that should win, what usually happens? The teams that could win, win. That’s because they are playing with something extra. They are already above expectations just to be in the same arena with … Continue reading →

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The blame game

Posted on August 14, 2019 by jwfisch

There is no place in the believer’s life for blame. Blame is never justified and it never serves a positive function. It is as old as Adam and as prevalent as sin. It’s the way we divert anything incoming that … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness Now!

Posted on August 13, 2019 by jwfisch

  If you had been somehow able to view from outside our bathroom window, the conversation I just had with my wife, (why is it that all meaningful conversations in my house happen in the bathroom or the kitchen?) you … Continue reading →

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Grace Card: Don’t leave home without it

Posted on August 11, 2019 by jwfisch

Any relationship is going to require a Grace Card. That’s because we are destined to fail each other over and over again. We will fail each other because we are fallible, and we will fail without even trying, because our … Continue reading →

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What the heart knows

Posted on August 9, 2019 by jwfisch

Here is something you can know about every human being regardless of faith or religion, even if they say something to the contrary: They are searching for God. How can I be so sure about this? Because we were made … Continue reading →

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You’re welcome

Posted on August 8, 2019 by jwfisch

When Marti tells me my hair looks like I just put my finger in a light socket, that means it’s time for a haircut. So yesterday I got shorn. The woman who cuts my hair in town is Caucasian and … Continue reading →

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Don’t be afraid

Posted on August 7, 2019 by jwfisch

Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Luke 12:32 When you look at the world and your little place in it, it’s easy to feel small and insignificant. Especially in light of … Continue reading →

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Close to you

Posted on August 6, 2019 by jwfisch

On the day that you were born the angels got together And decided to create a dream come true So they sprinkled moon dust in your hair And golden starlight in your eyes of blue Remember this one by the … Continue reading →

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