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Abundant Life for All
I have no interest in throwing unnecessary shade at the church when it comes to how it has traditionally dealt with mental illness. One of the things I love most about the church is its fierce commitment to helping those in need. Having worked for nearly a decade in the church as a teacher,… The post Abundant Life for All appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Prayer to Move Mountains
“Where are you, Kelly?” Friends, I got your emails. You wanted to know where I was and if I was okay. Can I tell you? I am more than okay. Friends, despite the fact that masses of people were vying for one listed home…despite the fact that nothing new was listed…despite the fact that my future home was not even put online… …WE GOT A HOME! God showed up, like always. He did it, again. He always does that. Sure, it may have been the 11th hour; it may have looked like there was no way; I may not have done things perfectly or acted perfectly, even so…God came though!…
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Guilt
There is unspeakable joy… for the person who knows release from guilt and the release of forgiveness. ~ Stuart Briscoe Guilt says, “You failed.” Shame says, “You’re a failure.” Grace says, “Your failures are forgiven.” ~ Lecrae When I was ten years old and in the fifth grade, there was a boy in my… The post Guilt appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Galatians Online Bible Study Week 4 — The Truth About Your Inheritance
But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father!”… The post Galatians Online Bible Study Week 4 — The Truth About Your Inheritance appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Verse Mapping Acts Online Bible Study Week 2 — The Unseen
Silver or gold I don’t have, but what I do have, I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk! — Acts 3:6 Welcome to week two of the Verse Mapping: Acts Online Bible Study. Quick check in: How are you doing? Did you enjoy week one? How is mapping verses going… The post Verse Mapping Acts Online Bible Study Week 2 — The Unseen appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Natalie Cleveland Finds Fame Through Unexpected Opportunity
Tusla, Oklahoma resident, Natalie Cleveland, received an unexpected call from Michelle Brooks, advising the long-time friend that they were selected as contestants on FOX’s LEGO® Masters for the second season. The season premieres on Tuesday, June 1 at 800 p.m. (ET) hosted by Will Arnett. Season two challenges will include crafting an earthquake tower, a demolition derby, and a wearable item to be showcased during a fashion show amongst other difficult adventures. Cleveland is an indie singer/producer/songwriter who debuted her single “I See You” in 2018. The song has gathered over 300,000 streams in the past three years. Cleveland released a second single titled, “Watch Me Ignite” which features veteran…
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Show Faith Through Actions, Not Just Words
“Preach the gospel at all times. Use words if necessary.” It’s reported that Saint Francis of Assisi said those words when asked by others how a person should express his faith. And while most who know me wouldn’t expect me to pull out a supposedly eight-hundred-year-old quote from a Catholic friar, when I heard… The post Show Faith Through Actions, Not Just Words appeared first on FaithGateway.
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B.J. Thomas Passes Away at Age 78
Over the weekend, it was announced that country/gospel artist B.J. Thomas died on May 29, 2021 from lung cancer. His team shared on his Twitter, “It is with profound sadness we confirm the passing of B.J. Thomas.” On March 23, 2021 it was revealed that B.J. was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, and he asked his fans for prayer. “I just wanted to take this unique opportunity to share my gratitude to Gloria, my wonderful wife and my rock for over 53 years, my family, friends, and fans,” B.J. shared when he was diagnosed with cancer. “I’m so blessed to have had the opportunity to record and perform beautiful…
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Red, White, and… Books!
It’s Memorial Day — A day when Americans offer tribute to those who paid the highest price serving this beautiful country in the U.S. military. It’s a day of remembrance, flowers, flags, and hopefully family and friends. If you have lost a family member in the line of duty, we join you in honoring… The post Red, White, and… Books! appeared first on FaithGateway.
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A Word to the Church
If we really believe the good news is to heal the heartbroken, announce freedom to all captives, [and] pardon all prisoners — Isaiah 61:1 The Message, those of us in the church had better start talking about what people are really going through and find ways to meet them there. We need to show… The post A Word to the Church appeared first on FaithGateway.
