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Habits for Abiding (Part Two)

Recently, in reading an article titled, “The Challenges of Discipleship in an Age of Distraction,” I resonated with these observations:
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From Pews to Polls: Ballot Brigade Mobilizes Voters

Many people of faith are deeply distressed over the extent to which government actions affect our lives and the lives of our loved ones. Yet, too many people in the pews next to us simply do not vote! I’ve been involved in all aspects of elections for decades and I’ve agonized over this lack of civic engagement on the part of my fellow Christians.
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Our King is Coming

In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, that truth changes everything. Christ will return—just as He promised—and His kingdom will reign forever. Live ready. Stand firm. Hope boldly.
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Going Back for the Future

First, let’s agree there is no such thing as a crystal ball. Back in the day, friends would buy one of those Magic-8-balls to which you would ask a question, shake it slightly and then turn it over to see a response through the “little window at its base. Please note this is not science!
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Suffering for Jesus Christ– Part 3

If someone asked you, would you rather break your nose or be diagnosed with stage IV cancer, you might tell them, that is a rather silly question. You don’t get to choose in matters like this.
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Motherhood– Hard, Beautiful, and Sanctifying

I am just coming out of the 8-9 month sleep regression phase. Any other parents know that the “developmental leaps” that accompany difficulty sleeping are some of the most tiring seasons of parenthood.
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Deadly Compassion

The Left calls itself “compassionate.” But compassion that ignores truth, rejects accountability, and delivers short-term comfort with long-term destruction isn’t love—it’s cruelty. Real compassion tells the truth, disciplines when necessary, and seeks life, not death.
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Get Out of Hell Free Card

How many of your friends and relatives would you think are headed for hell? How about coworkers or well known acquaintances? Where would this rank in your level of concerns?
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Should Christians Try to Reform the Public School System?

For more than a century, American Christians have assumed, without biblical warrant, that the civil government ought to oversee the education of children.
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Suffering for Jesus Christ – Nigeria

Christians in Nigeria are being slaughtered by the thousands — the deadliest persecution hotspot in the world. As the violence escalates, will we stand with our persecuted brothers and sisters in prayer and action?
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Sometimes, Love Looks Like Hate

We live in a culture obsessed with the idea of love, one that is lightning-quick to condemn anyone who violates its dictates. If you call someone out for their sin by invoking even basic Christian truths, you can expect to receive the rebuke of "not being loving" or even earn the title of "hater." 
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Is Religion Gaining Traction?

A recent poll from Pew Research revealed that a growing number of American adults (31%) are seeing the rise of religious influence in everyday American life.
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Pastor: ‘Abortion Protects the Life of Children’

I have always been pro-life. However, since having my daughter this past June, I have become even more pro-life– if that was even possible.
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What Is Forgiveness?

Erika Kirk’s words of forgiveness at Charlie Kirk’s memorial have stirred deep conversation. Her grace toward her husband’s murderer confronts us with a vital question: how are Christians called to forgive one another?
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The Unknown Reality of Christian Slavery in Pakistan

Millions of Christians in Pakistan are trapped in brutal bonded slavery—forced into brick kilns with no escape. Standing in the Word Ministries is setting families free, one by one. Learn how you can help break the chains.
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