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Finding Strength in Faith: Historic Examples
Faith in the Midst of Trials: Stories of Unwavering Trust By: Kurt Barnes Throughout scripture and history, we encounter inspiring narratives of individuals who have shown remarkable faith amid adversity. Their stories are powerful testaments to the strength found in… Continue reading
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A Personal Morning Psalm: Embracing Presence and Praise
A Psalm of Presence and Praise By: Kurt Barnes For the last several years, I’ve begun my mornings with the book of Psalms, finding solace and inspiration in its verses. Recently, I have started writing my own psalms as a… Continue reading
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Finding Joy Amidst Suffering: Lessons from Habakkuk
Finding Joy in the Midst of Suffering By: Kurt Barnes Have you ever put on a brave face and said you were “fine” when you were anything but? It’s a common human tendency, even within church communities, to mask our… Continue reading
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Abiding in Christ: The Foundation of Effective Leadership
By: Kurt Barnes In a world that often equates leadership with power, position, and prestige, we are called to a different standard. True leadership, especially in the context of Christian ministry, is rooted in something far deeper and more transformative… Continue reading
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A Hymn of Thanksgiving Born in the Midst of Suffering
In 1636, a Lutheran pastor named Martin Rinkart penned a poem that would resonate through the ages and be transformed in to one of the greatest hymns of thanksgiving ever written: Now thank we all our God,With heart and hands… Continue reading
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Honoring Our Veterans
A Journey of Gratitude and Hope By: Kurt Barnes As we gather our thoughts and hearts for Veterans Day, I’m moved to pause and express deep gratitude for the courageous men and women who’ve served in our armed forces. To… Continue reading
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Finding Hope in the Valley
Lessons from Habakkuk Chapter 2 By: Kurt Barnes Life often takes us through valleys – seasons of uncertainty, pain, or waiting where God’s presence can feel distant. In these moments, we may find ourselves wrestling with tough questions: “God, where… Continue reading
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Wrestling with God: Finding Faith in the Midst of Doubt
Lessons from Habakkuk Chapter 1 By: Kurt Barnes Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, wrestling with unanswerable questions about life, the universe, and everything in between? While some of these questions might be lighthearted – like why… Continue reading
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Embracing Healthy Sexuality in Today’s World
By: Kurt Barnes In a culture that often misunderstands and misrepresents sexuality, it’s crucial to revisit God’s original design and purpose for this powerful aspect of human life. Far from being a taboo subject, sexuality is a gift from God… Continue reading
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The Dangers of Idolizing Comfort
By: Kurt Barnes In our modern world, comfort has become one of the most pervasive idols we face. It’s so ingrained in our culture that we often don’t even recognize its hold on us. But what exactly is comfort, and… Continue reading
