by Dane Massey (Dane Massey is the former Pastor of Mulvane Christian Church. He is now in ministry in Houston, Texas.) The thought that seems to permeate through II Cor. 3:18 is that we are “transformed” not by keeping outward rules but by “contemplating” (musing, looking upon intently, meditating) the Lord’s glory …
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Like Paul, Let Us Glory In Our Weakness
by Kevin Burton Even the Apostle Paul asked God the question, made the request. So I don’t feel quite as bad about not initially embracing my own weakness. In fact, Paul asked three times. My idea is to acknowledge weakness when I must, but then work to try to get rid of …
Consider God’s Vast Care, And Stop Worrying
by Kevin Burton My wife Jeannette is a worrier. As I say it, she is “first string, all-conference.” I’ve spent some time chuckling over that. I have spent less time considering how many votes I might get if the all-worrier team was really a thing. Could I merit an honorable mention? I’ve …
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We Have Hope Because Of God’s Grace
by Kevin Burton God’s grace is truly amazing. But what does it look like in everyday life? Here is a poem, written by an anonymous elementary school teacher, that paints us a great picture: A New Sheet He came to my desk with a quivering lip the lesson was done“Have you a new …
Preparing For Grace, Our New Cat Daughter
by Kevin Burton There is a very small area rug on the floor in the laundry room. Unlike the many other things on the floor in the basement, this one is there for a reason, a good reason. This one marks the space where the food and water will go for our …
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