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Where is Our Fear Taking Us?
Fear Frenzy You’ve probably heard that fear of public speaking is one of the greatest fears in our society. That doesn’t come from some random backwoods survey. It actually originated with Chapman University and their now famous “Survey of American Fears,” which started in 2014. Among others that year were walking alone at night, being… The post Where is Our Fear Taking Us? appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Romans: In the Grip of Grace Online Bible Study Week Five — The Path We Follow
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God. — Romans 12:1 Hey, friends! Here we are in week five of the Romans OBS and it is so good! There is more grace than we imagined, more grace than… The post Romans: In the Grip of Grace Online Bible Study Week Five — The Path We Follow appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Bethel Music Announces Signing of New Worship Leader
Recently on social media, worship group Bethel Music announced the signing of worship leader Zahriya Zachary to their collective. “Your heart for worship is bold and bright,” Bethel Music posted about Zahriya. “We are so excited to come alongside your joy and be led by your purity of heart in worship.” Zahriya Zachary is the latest artist to join the Bethel Music Collective following David Funk, Dante Bowe, and Brandon Lake in recent years. Bethel Music will also be hitting the road this summer with Chris Tomlin & Kari Jobe at the dates listed below. Click here to get tickets. August 13 Cedar Rapids, IA August 14 Detroit, MI August…
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Generosity: Triggering God
Give freely and spontaneously. Don’t have a sting y heart. The way you handle matters like this triggers GOD, your God’s, blessing in everything you do, all your work and ventures. — Deuteronomy 15:10 MSG Psychology has helped us understand that even a subtle gesture or the tone of someone’s voice can trigger a… The post Generosity: Triggering God appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Letting Go to God
I carry a big beach bag around that says, “Let Go and Let God.” I love the saying. The more we let go, the more He carries. God is a gentleman, in many ways. He allows us to carry what we insist on carrying. Yet, if we are willing…He will hold for us what we will release. The more we unload the more God carries our load. We feel lighter. We more easily go with God. Jesus said, “Take nothing for your journey,” he instructed them. “Don’t take a walking stick, a traveler’s bag, food, money, or even a change of clothes.” (Lu. 9:30) One place I carry (almost) nothing…
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Michael W. Smith Mourns the Loss of His Mother
Last week, Michael W. Smith shared on social media that his mom, Barbara Smith, passed away. “I watched my mom take her final breath as the song ‘All Is Well’ ended. Exact same thing happened when my dad crossed over in November 2015,” Michael posted. “A bittersweet day… But so thrilled for my mom. She is extraordinary on so many levels. And what an amazing mom she was to my sister Kimberly and me. And an amazing grandmother, great grandmother… And friend to so many. I will miss her terribly. Grateful to all of you who prayed for me and my family during this time. Love to all.” Please join…
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Stephen McWhirter Signs to Lula Street Records
Recently on social media, worship artist Stephen McWhirter announced that he signed a record deal with Lula Street Records. “God is doing some pretty awesome stuff,” Stephen posted. “Love the spirit-led heart behind Lula Street Records which is doing distribution through Integrity Music and INSANELY EXCITED to release the new album in the fall.” Stephen McWhirter was part of the band Iron Bell Music, and recently he started branching out into a solo music career. In June, Stephen released a new 4-track EP titled Hymns Session, and it’s available now wherever you get your music. You can share your congratulations with Stephen now on his social media pages![…]
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Newsboys Announce the End of Newsboys UNITED
In a recent post on Instagram, the Newsboys announced the official end to Newsboys UNITED. Newsboys UNITED is made up of Peter, Phil, Tait, Duncan, Jeff, and Jody. Following their summer shows, Phil and Peter will be pursuing their own paths apart from the band. Newsboys will then consist of the latter four members for all upcoming tours and albums. The band expressed what a wonderful season the last four years have been as Newsboys UNITED. They continue on to say, “Coming together as a UNITED family is something we will forever be grateful for.” They also hinted at new music coming soon. The final shows of Newsboys UNITED are…
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Nothing to Prove: Are You Tired?
Last week, after years of tutors and tears and so much hard work and so little reward, my child received a diagnosis: Dyslexia. When I sat down to tell her, her eyes filled with tears. I was so worried this moment would define her view of herself for years to come. And it will…. The post Nothing to Prove: Are You Tired? appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Big Daddy Weave Asks for Prayer
This week on social media, Big Daddy Weave shared a post from Jay Weaver’s wife, Emily. She gave an update on Jay and is asking fans for prayer. She shared that five years ago Jay had to have his feet amputated, and soon he will be undergoing finger amputation. “Two weeks ago, it was decided that Jay would come off the road so that we could allow his body true rest and find healing,” Emily posted. “He is about to have his second finger amputated. So I am asking like I did five years ago for specific prayers. 1. Reduced pain for Jay. 2. For true answers to help in…
