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Ian

Flourishing Love

Psalm 36, Psalm 42, Psalm 52 We see people all around us who do not believe in God. There are those who know of God, but do not have a relationship with God. There are those whose relationship with God has been confused by the…

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Ian

The Hope Beyond Us

Psalm 38, Isaiah 32:10-20, Joel 2:12-13 In regards to their salvation, many people struggle with two particular areas. The first is pride. Realizing that one’s salvation involves the surrendering of self, a person can stop right at the light. Holding onto one’s self (one’s pride)…

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Ian

Light Walking

Psalm 4, Isaiah 26:1-13, Matthew 5:13-16 "Many are asking, ‘Who can show us anything good?’ Let the light of your face shine on us LORD." Psalm 4:6 "I long for you in the night; yes, my spirit within me diligently seeks you…" Isaiah 26:9 Yesterday,…

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Ian

The Second Sunday of Advent

Isaiah 9:6-7, John 8:12-19, Philippians 4:4-9 We are sheltered from the dark. For the most of us, light is but a moment away, whether it is the dining room light or a flashlight. If you've ever spent a night out in the wilderness with a…

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Ian

Bringing God In

"Make your ways known to me, Lord; teach me your paths." (Psalm 25:4) "You sent your good Spirit to instruct them…" (Nehemiah 9:20) "…test all things. Hold on to what is good. Stay away from evil." (1 Thessalonians 5:21-22) Psalm 25 is viewed by many…

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