Category Archives: worship

Worship is All that Really Matters

“Jesus replied, “Do wedding guests fast while celebrating with the groom? Of course not. They can’t fast while the groom is with them.”  Mark 2:19 This whole idea of celebrating is antithetical to religious sensibilities.  Too much liberty and too much … Continue reading

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When It is Far Too Dark

Practical Thinking: When the Darkness Overwhelms Depression has been called the “common cold” of mental disorders, and one source estimates that it disrupts the lives of 30 to 40 million Americans. For many, a “cold” isn’t even close to describing … Continue reading

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More Than Life Interview of Kelly Willard

Kelly Willard: More Than Life By Glenn Hascall If you have listened to praise music over the years you have become familiar with a voice. This voice provided a clear call that seems to leave you wanting to know the … Continue reading

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Joy Means ‘Strength’

“Those who have been ransomed by the Lord will return.     They will enter Jerusalem singing,     crowned with everlasting joy. Sorrow and mourning will disappear,     and they will be filled with joy and gladness.” Isaiah 35:10, NLT Part of our personalized history includes an … Continue reading

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Five Rings to Make Us

“For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.” Zephaniah 3:17, NLT … Continue reading

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