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Thought for the Day – 1 Peter 3:15 on Responding to Others

Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” - 1 Peter 3:15 (NIV)

There’s much to consider in this verse. We could contemplate what it means to always […]

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Thought for the Day – Genesis 22:3 on Trust

Early the next morning Abraham got up and saddled his donkey.”- Genesis 22:3

Early risers have always impressed me, I guess because I’ve never been much of one. It’s good progress if I get going by 7 a.m. So when I read that Abraham rose early to set out […]

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Thought for the Day – Psalm 62:8 on Refuge

Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”- Psalm 62:8

One of the things that first fascinated Anna and me about Minnesota when we moved here from Colorado were the thunderstorms. Growing up in rarified mountain air, neither of […]

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Thought for the Day – Galatians 5:1 on Freedom

It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.”- Galatians 5:1 (NIV)

Independence Day! All across our country Americans gather today for a traditional time of celebration marked with parades, barbecues, family outings, sporting events, and, of course, fireworks. More than two centuries have now passed since we […]

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Thought for the Day – Ephesians 3:12 on Confidence

In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.”- Ephesians 3:12 (NIV)

As a business consultant for over 15 years now, I’ve learned that successful consultants possess two important attributes. The first, not surprisingly, is competence. Firms hire you because you have an […]

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