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Can a Crisis Be a Blessing?
God loves us deeply, but he has a bigger view of our lives than we can imagine. Sometimes He sends His people a crisis in order to bless others. Job was severely tested and faced […]
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Learning from the Ants
Have you ever observed an ant? Ants are very interesting animals! They are insects and live in large groups called “colonies”. Each ant has an important task: some ants protect the nest, others look after […]
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Joy in Suffering: Purpose in Pain
In the face of suffering, we often ask, “Why is this happening to me?” or “Is there any purpose in this pain?” The Apostle Paul, writing from prison in Philippians 1, offers a surprising perspective—joy […]
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Overcoming Fear With God’s Help
As a pastor, I have learned over the years that when people are afraid, they tend to do things they would not normally do. They are tempted to fight their perceived threats or to flee […]
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Why Do I Feel so Sad?
In many ways, my life played out like a novel. As a teenager, I had the privilege of accepting Jesus as my Savior. As a young man, I married the woman of my dreams. After […]
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I Will be With You
When the rainy season in Misiones came to an end, we returned to Leandro N. Alem, where the Church of God congregation was still in its infancy. Nonetheless, our work there was blessed by the […]
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The Aging Christian
I have had some heart-breaking discussions with my elderly brothers and sisters in Christ. One brother stated that he did not understand God. He had followed God and obeyed Him for many years, and now, […]
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When Spiritual Pillars of Faith Fall Away or Stumble – Crisis or Opportunity?
Almost all of us, regardless of our age group, look up to people who are role models for us. In particular, those who are still young in the faith, look for role models to imitate. […]
Children's Corner
Who Cares?
“Mom, mom, guess what …” Nicholas excitedly came running into the house. He had a streak of dirt on his forehead and black crescents under his fingernails. Mom interrupted her work and asked: “What’s wrong? […]
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Heroes in Crises
“My flesh and my heart fail; but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Psalm 73:26 In Psalm 73, Asaph reveals for us one of the deepest and darkest hours of […]