“For I know the plans I have for you…” Jeremiah 29:11 is a favorite verse for wall hangings and bumper stickers alike. And while many of us have applied this to our own lives as yet another personalized motivational word from the Lord, a more contextual reading helps us see the big picture!
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“Do not judge, or you too will be judged.” (Matt. 7:1 NIV). These words of Jesus are often quoted by someone who is being confronted, and in that confrontation they feel “judged”. We often hear the sentiment that Christians are not supposed to make judgements about others because, well….Jesus said so! This week we take a deeper looking into the context and meaning of this verse and ask the question, “What is Jesus actually talking about?”
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We are very excited to share a special bonus episode featuring Deanna Doctor! Deanna serves as the director of counseling at Michiana Biblical Counseling Center in Osceola, Indiana. We discuss the differences between Child-Centered, Parent-Centered, and Christ-Centered parenting along with recommendations for helpful resources.
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“Where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” These words from Matthew 18:20 (NIV) are often used during corporate prayer or worship services to encourage those who are gathering together, but if we take a deeper look, these words of Jesus have a very different intent!
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