Tag Archives: body of Christ

Celebrate the unity

What does it mean to be “all in this together?” In the High School Musical movie from which our theme song for this campaign is taken, it means that all the factions that usually make up a typical high school … Continue reading

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‘Abide in Me, Y’all’

I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. (John 15:5) The often quoted verse above contains some hidden truth … Continue reading

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We’re All In This Together

With malice toward no one; with charity for all.  – Abraham Lincoln Unprecedented early voting numbers are flooding in. This is shaping up to be the greatest voter participation ever. The biggest question will be, however, how well will the … Continue reading

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You are the church

The church is God’s design for completing the work He sent His Son to earth to accomplish. It is the expression of His love and compassion for the world.  It was begun by Jesus — He is its founder and … Continue reading

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Unopened gifts

Marti’s birthday was last Sunday, but she hasn’t opened any gifts yet. That’s because she was in bed most of the day feeling under the weather, due most likely to a high degree of pollen in the air from a … Continue reading

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The church already has what it needs

“His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.” (2 Peter 1:3) Here are the words to remember when it comes to solving problems: “What … Continue reading

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‘Stuck in the Middle with You’

Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right Here I am stuck in the middle with you.             – Stealers Wheel Our friend made a comment yesterday that made me laugh. It also … Continue reading

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In the presence of the Lord

I have finally found a place to live In the presence of the Lord                 – Eric Clapton That was then; this is now. My purpose for turning back the clock on the … Continue reading

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One baptism, revisited

Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is … Continue reading

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One God

Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is … Continue reading

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