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The power of “with” – Caring for one another, Part 5

I recently had lunch with a friend who has been going through a deeply difficult season of life for the past two years.  It all started when his wife shocked him by separating from him, and likely turning his two teenaged sons against him.  She cut off communication, and they eventually moved out.  She refusedContinue reading “The power of “with” – Caring for one another, Part 5″

Overcoming “I don’t care” – Caring for one another, Preview

Ever been involved in a conversation like this in your home? Person #1: “What would you like for dinner tonight?”   Person #2: “I don’t care. I’m okay with whatever.” Person #1: “But I need you to give me something to go on.  What are you hungry for?” Person #2: “Seriously. Anything.  I don’t care.  WhateverContinue reading “Overcoming “I don’t care” – Caring for one another, Preview”

How to be a watchman or woman, without being creepy – Ezekiel 33:1-20, Part 4

In our five-part series covering Ezekiel 33:1-20 this week, we have been learning that God called Ezekiel to be a Watchman Prophet for Israel. Likewise, we Christians are called to be watchmen for the people in our lives. As I type that, I wonder if it comes across as a bit creepy. Watching people? WhatContinue reading “How to be a watchman or woman, without being creepy – Ezekiel 33:1-20, Part 4”

Love is practice? 2nd John, Part 3

Are you a good lover? Many of us when we hear that question, jump in our minds to an erotic understanding of “lover,” but that is not the kind of love I’m referring to. Are you good at being loving? The problem with answering this second question (“Are you good at being loving?”), is illustratedContinue reading “Love is practice? 2nd John, Part 3”