While I was aware that we live in a culture that celebrates outward appearance, I had no idea how this value played out in everyday conversation.
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We all have a lane – a place that highlights who we are and accentuates our God given unique gifts and talents. We live in a world filled with choices and opportunities. There are many good options readily available but finding your lane is about what’s best for you. Finding your lane starts with knowing when to say Yes and when to say No.
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In our uncertain times it is more important than ever to have a strong biblical foundation. Jesus encourages us in John chapter 16 to take heart because He has overcome the world. As the world embraces darkness we can choose to live in the truth. The darkness will never overtake the light.
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In our quest to keep the conversation going and avoid the discomfort of silence, we may be missing out on authentic opportunities to connect with others. Maybe running out of things to say may not be so bad after all.
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I wrote that prayer 45 years ago. At that time, I was crying out for God to answer my prayers immediately. I wanted the pain of attending church all by myself to go away right that second. However, I began to see that while I could pour my heart out to God and ask for a suddenly, that I could also yield to His Lordship with nevertheless Your Will Be Done.
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Every Christmas season we usually plan a few special Bridges shows. Several years ago, we had five artists scheduled to come to the studio to do Christmas music. The entire WHTN team was excited to start the holiday season on such a festive note. Just a couple of days before we were scheduled to film my family received some devastating news.
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There is just something in our human nature that wants new. I’ve seen this in talking with guests on the Bridges set time and again. We desire the newest - the best – and the latest and greatest. Whether it’s gadgets or entertainment we look for what’s trending in hopes of staying current and in line with what’s new. One of the most significant secrets I’ve learned in the studio is that the people who are happiest and most content are the ones who recognize the value of new life in Christ.
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Reaching people for Christ meant so much to Bob that he opted not to receive a paycheck from CTN – not a single paycheck in over 40 years. Bob cared nothing about getting his name out there or building his platform. Perhaps, that’s what made talking with him easy – even though he was a pioneer in Christian television. Through his leadership, CTN grew from one local station in Clearwater, into a network that takes the gospel all over the world.
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Keep a cool head. Stay alert. The Devil is poised to pounce and would like nothing better than to catch you napping. Keep your guard up. You’re not the only ones plunged into these hard times. It’s the same with Christians all over the world. So keep a firm grip on the faith. The suffering won’t last forever.
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"There are still hard days. I long to see Nicole and hear her voice. I think about her every day. Even when it doesn't show on the outside, she is on my mind. I am still a work in progress, and you are too. I don't know what depths of grief your heart has experienced, whether it is the loss of a child in death, the loss of someone you never imagined living without, or if it is the loss of a dream. But I will tell you that you will make it through this. The scars, on your heart or on your body, are reminders. They are reminders to others and to us. We are more than survivors. We are conquerors in our battles. We are Victorious." Victorious Heart by Kim Peacock
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