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Can you hear me now?

Can you hear me now?
Fasting is a difficult practice for me - maybe because I don’t totally understand it or maybe because it is just hard and I lack the physical discipline. Recently a friend committed to a short fast and, wanting to join her, I took a look at this practice once again. As I made a short…
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A Sweet Aroma

A Sweet Aroma
The Bible uses the imagery of fragrances and, like all our senses, we can connect to God through the sense of smell. In Exodus 30 we see the recipe for the priestly anointing oil. It would give off a unique scent that would be identified with the holy men that served before God. When that…
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Dear God, let’s talk …

Dear God, let’s talk …
A recurring theme I’m hearing in Christian community right now is to “hear God’s voice.” It’s a good admonition. We should be encouraged to listen through God’s Word and the guidance of the Spirit; but some caution and discernment should be exercised when something else is meant. It’s important to listen to God, but it’s…
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Victory

Victory
Once in awhile, I freshen up my morning time by praying through the Psalms. I read aloud a new one each day, talking with God about each sentence. “I know my transgressions… against You only have I sinned,” prompts a needed confession. “The Lord is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion,” begins…
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