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This Thanksgiving I will get to spend time with two of my sibling, their children and grandchildren. I am praying how best to share my stories of God's abundant provision. most of them do not walk with Christ, so I need God's Spirit to lead me in a way that lifts Him up and helps …
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Praise: The Colorado Springs trip was very fruitful. I may have also found a part-time volunteer. Please pray for the follow-up needed. Most of our year-end projects are now queued up, please pray: Giving Tuesday: Reaching unreached people groups Central Ethiopia. Year-end email series: five messages with a challenge grant. December Film Teams appeal with …
<Listen or Play> *Tim Keller | May 2, 1999 (Gospel in Life) Here's a power presentation on where our hearts are. The points around greed particularly stood out. I was in a Tru hotel (Hilton property) in western Colorado this past month. And I was reflecting on the blessings I have experiencing. I had been to …
I'm grateful for the legacy that my father, Richard (Dick) Arthur Buck (1924-1978) modeled for me any my three siblings, a life of highest integrity. May I honor him as I seek to do the same.
By Art Rainer Where are you on your generosity journey? Maybe you already give but wish to be one who reflects Macedonian-like generosity. Maybe you started giving out of obedience to God but desire a deeper love for generosity. Maybe you haven’t started giving but know generosity should be your next step of faith. Wherever …
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Thy way, O Lord! Thy way—not mine!Although, opprest,For smoother, sunnier paths I pine,Thy way is best. Though crossing thirsty deserts drear,Or mountain’s crest;Although I faint with toil and fear,Thy way is best. Though not one open door befriendThe passing guest;Though night its darkest terror lend,Thy way is best. So seeming wild without a plan,Now east, now …
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PRAISE: The September trip to Georgia went well. I had a delightful visit with a couple of long-time friends, just ahead of the team meetings. Our visit with Renew World Outreach, a key field partner, was inspiring; that was also prior to our leadership team meetings. Thanks for your prayers. Year-end plans are coming together. Pray for the preparations for …
Anything can become an idol if we consider it more important than God. God is clear that we must not have any idols in our lives as the Bible tells us, “Do not make idols or set up an image or a sacred stone for yourselves, and do not place a carved stone in your …
Sometimes it seems as though the opportunities are endless. Another important cause. Another powerful vision or worthwhile investment. The world is full of deep needs, and it can feel like the options for doing good are boundless. It can also seem like there’s a long line of people who know exactly what you need to …
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