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Contributed by Brian Bill on May 10, 2022 (message contributor)
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1. Rededicate
Contributed on May 10, 2022
Regardless of your role, rededicate yourself to God’s redemptive purposes.
Recently, the New York Times ran an article entitled, “America’s Mothers Are in Crisis: Is Anyone Listening to Them?” As part of their research, they set up a “Primal Scream Line” for mothers across the country to call and leave a one-minute message. Hundreds of moms responded with shouts, cries, ...read more
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2. Resolve
Contributed on May 16, 2022
Resolve to live convictionally without compromise.
Last Sunday afternoon, Beth and I drove to the Chicago area to celebrate Mother’s Day with Beth’s mom. It was a joy to see her mom and dad, two of her sisters, and two brothers-in-law. After visiting for a bit, my brother-in-law Mark shared how disappointed and sad he is about what is happening ...read more
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3. Rebirth
Contributed on May 29, 2022
You're not in, until you are born again.
Being a father today is not easy because there’s a lot of pressure on dads to be in the delivery room. I’m not discounting the importance of being involved in this way because I certainly wanted to be there…I just wasn’t sure if I could handle it. I think my dad had it easier in the 60s when he ...read more
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4. Restore
Contributed on May 29, 2022
God can restore what has been ruined.
In 1915, a plague of locusts covered Palestine and Syria from the border of Egypt to the Taurus Mountains. The first swarms appeared in March. These were adult locusts that came from the northeast and moved toward the southwest in clouds so thick they obscured the sun. The females immediately began ...read more
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5. Redemption
Contributed on Jun 12, 2022
To experience redemption, you must receive the Redeemer.
While any form or vestige of slavery is wrong and repugnant, a story is told about Abraham Lincoln, who went to the slave block and noticed a young girl up for auction. Moved with compassion, he purchased her freedom. When Lincoln told the disbelieving girl what he had done, she asked, “What does ...read more
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6. Remember
Contributed on Jun 12, 2022
Don’t ever forget to remember what God has done for you.
On Monday, our nation marked Memorial Day. This day, formerly known as Decoration Day, was established so we never forget the ultimate sacrifice men and women in the military made for us. Monuments, memorials, and even parades are designed to help us remember not to ever forget. I came across ...read more
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7. Repent
Contributed on Jun 28, 2022
Repentance means turning from sin to the Savior, resulting in a change of attitude, affection, and action.
While we were on vacation last week, we were able to spend time with family, including all six of our grandchildren. We shared three pounds of fresh cheese curds and Beth gave me some cherry brats for Father’s Day. We also attended a community festival complete with face painting, food vendors, ...read more
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8. Rebuild
Contributed on Jul 14, 2022
The best time to rebuild is right now.
Several weeks ago, NBA superstar LeBron James tweeted, “It’s a weird feeling to feel so alone sometimes!” He received over 140,000 likes and 4,000 replies from people expressing sympathy, disbelief, and from some, criticism. I appreciated John Stonestreet’s insight: “It can be difficult to ...read more
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9. Return
Contributed on Jul 14, 2022
Because Jesus will return one day, we must return to Him today.
Have you ever become aware of a problem and put off taking care of it? A couple months ago, I noticed some significant corrosion at the top of our water heater where the cold-water line comes in. I kept thinking I should get this checked out but delayed doing so. I’d look at the problem every ...read more
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10. Reconciliation
Contributed on Jul 23, 2022
We are ministers of the message of reconciliation.
Video Introduction: “Tell Me” You and I are literally surrounded by people who need the gospel. God has positioned each of us to proclaim His purposes and to tell them the good news because we have the greatest hope known to mankind. Next weekend we’ll wrap up this series by focusing on the ...read more
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11. Recovery
Contributed on Jul 23, 2022
Since God celebrates recovery, so must we!
Ten years ago, I received a phone call which led to some huge changes in our lives. We had just returned from a trip to Israel, given to us by the church I was pastoring in central Illinois. On my first day back in the office, I received a call from Jim Koehler, who at the time, was the chairman ...read more