Random reflections from a modern day pastor.
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Straight Talk
Why is it that when Jesus spoke plainly to those in His time about who He is, they refused to believe Him? Rather, they continued to ask for more proof that He was the Messiah. While we may never find out the answer to that question (for them), we certainly have to ask ourselves why…
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Do you hear Him?
One of the most incredible truths that God offers us is an invitation to know Him, personally. Through the sacrifice of Jesus at Calvary, God has made a way that invites us to come – even going so far as to make the analogy of the shepherd holding open the gate for the sheep that…
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What will we say?
Confession is one of the most pivotal steps to growth in Christ. No matter where our lives have been, or what challenges we might currently be facing, confessing who Jesus is (the Son of God) is truly the first step of understanding for all. The man who was born blind (seen in John 9) walked…
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Will we follow earnestly?
When it comes to testifying of what Jesus has done, there will always be dissenting voices that have to be weeded out. (The healing of a blind man in John 9 is one such example!) This man could have listened to those doubting and walked away from Jesus (happy to see but) skeptical – OR…
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Can you testify?
One of the most critical aspects of having reliable testimony is that the events surrounding it remain consistent. Details matter, and staying true to what happened is really something that only someone who was there can testify about! When Jesus changes a life, it is very easy to be able to say, “I was one way, Jesus…
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Do we believe?
Putting humanity’s standards on God’s abilities is done without even thinking about the effects those decisions might have. In truth, doing this can often lead to doubt, uncertainty, and even (in the worst case) unbelief. Jesus dealt with this often, especially when others did not believe that He was capable of doing the things that God actually…
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Pastor T.J. Conwell 