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Posted on December 16, 2020

Christ as Hero, Santa as Helper: How to Keep Christ the Center of Christmas

[This article originally appeared on The Exchange with Ed Stetzer.] One of my favorite Christmas movies is Fred Claus, with Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamatti, and…

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Posted on November 28, 2019

Thanksgiving: Understanding Two Sides of Giving Thanks

Recently I went with a couple of friends to the Starbucks Reserve in downtown Chicago. What an experience—especially as a coffee connoisseur! I couldn’t wait…

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Posted on January 16, 2017January 16, 2017

“God’s Life for You” App: The Essence of the Christian Life

I’m sure most of us have entered into the App store, found the app we wanted, and then proceeded to download it. As most know,…

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Posted on May 24, 2016May 25, 2016

Gospel-Centered Parenting Made Easy

In our culture we are constantly looking for something to make life easier. We are looking for a communication device that makes communication easier. We…

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Posted on April 19, 2016

What’s So Special About the Church?

Over my life there have been “special” things that have meant a lot to me. There have been special toys like my Teddy Ruxpin. [My…

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Posted on March 2, 2016March 3, 2016

Budgeting Grace

I’m so glad it’s finally March. Why, you ask? Because it’s a new budget cycle. You see, Joannie and I have a monthly budget where…

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Posted on February 29, 2016February 29, 2016

Prayer and Politics: Four Things I’m Praying for During this Political Season

Seasons have a way of shaping the content of our prayers. If in a season of crisis, our prayers typically include asking the Lord to…

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Posted on October 13, 2015May 25, 2016

F.A.M.I.L.Y. Devotions

Parents, how many of you are intimidated at the thought of leading your family in daily devotions? And just so that we are on the…

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Posted on September 14, 2015September 14, 2015

He Who Began a Good Work…

Paul pens early in his letter to the Philippians, “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in your will…

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Posted on April 8, 2014April 8, 2014

A Church’s Capacity to Grow

There are many ingredients that come together to make a church grow. The most important, in my opinion, is the Spirit of God moving in…

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