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The Kindness of Clear Instruction
There’s a saying in our house—usually from Talacey to me: “I can’t meet expectations you haven’t clearly set.” That line came to mind as I read Deuteronomy 23–24…
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Booty Shorts and the Battle for Innocence
We weren’t looking for a fight—we were just looking for a pair of shorts that didn’t show too much. But somewhere between the fitting room and the checkout…
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The Sacred Work of Staying
Abiding sounds passive. But it’s the hardest obedience of all. To stay. To trust. To root when you want to run. “Apart from Me, you can do nothing.”…
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Unblemished Love
God never wanted leftovers. Not from Israel. Not from us. Not from those who love Him. Last weekend’s backyard wedding reminded me what it looks like to offer…
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When the Way Isn’t Clear, But Jesus Is
“Let not your hearts be troubled.” Easier said than done. Especially when the way ahead is cloudy. When prayers go unanswered. When uncertainty feels heavier than faith.
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The Table Isn’t the Test
I’ve never sold Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. But I’ve traded Him for less. For the approval of others. For the comfort of sin. For control over…
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