Tag: Christian Encouragement
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Stonecroft Ministry Reflections
As I take my final remaining class in my doctoral studies at Liberty University and step into a new season of tutoring students there, I find myself in a moment of transition before beginning dissertation work. In the middle of all of that, what feels most like a gift is this—being invited into a circle…
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The Gospel That Rings True
Resonance, purity, and the call to continue the music of Christ. “The women fled from the tomb, trembling and bewildered, and they said nothing to anyone because they were afraid.” Mark 16:8 Resonance and Truth When a crystal goblet is struck, it sings only one pure note. That clarity comes from the way it was…
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Amazing Grace
Scripture, Doctrine, and the Church Family 📖 Scripture “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”— Romans 8:1 Living Free in Christ: Baptist Doctrine Bernie and I recently joined First Baptist Lubbock, and in this season, we have been intentionally studying Baptist doctrine together. As I’ve leaned into that—especially as…
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Green Grass in a Desolate Place
Jesus our Shepherd Who Provides Psalm 23: A Psalm of David. (NIV) 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.3 He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though…
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Consider the Lilies: Walking the Prayerful Path of Trust
Matthew 6:28 I spent a beautiful afternoon with the Lubbock Christian Women’s Connection, and from the moment I walked in, I knew it would be special. One of our fearless leaders greeted me with such kindness, looked straight into my eyes, and said, “Dee Ann, we need you to be a table hostess.” Now I…
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The Moment Good News Broke In
The House of Prayer Bible Commentary Bernie and I are so excited to begin a new journey together—we are writing a Bible commentary for The House of Prayer. We’re starting where our hearts always seem to go first: the Gospels, and especially the fast-moving, powerful account of Mark. What you’re reading here is a “commentary…
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Stepping Into Harmony: The Hope of Hosea 14:4
A Conversation in the Choir Loft…Learning to Rest in the One Who Holds the Harmony This past month, I joined the Singing Women of Texas, West Chapter. Many of these musicians have sung together for years, their harmonies woven through countless seasons of ministry. But for me, it was the first time I had sung…
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IT WAS NEVER ABOUT small FAITH
Let’s pour a cup of coffee and sit with Jesus for a minute. Some mornings I’ve looked at my life—my people, my city, my calling—and thought, “Lord, I don’t feel like I have much today.” Maybe you’ve felt that, too. We often stare at our faith like it’s a measuring cup: Do I have enough?…