Devotions

“I’m King of the World”, Part 1

Just saying something is true doesn't make it so. How do we tell the difference?

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In Awe of God’s Peace

When we look at conflict around us, do we want a "just OK" solution, or something that will be truly awesome?

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Not on a Friday

If we can get along with some people one day a week, what would it take to have peace the rest of the week?

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How Do I Get That Peace?

We may have heard about the "peace that passes understanding", but how do we actually find it?

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That’s the Kind of Power I Need!

Do you ever feel like you're going through a "power tool" life with just a hand saw and a hammer?

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How Do We Pray for Them?

We may already know that we should pray for those in authority. How - and what - do we actually pray for them, though?

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Better Peace Than You Can Get Elsewhere

Are we afraid, feeling like we are on trial and about to be convicted, without anyone to represent us?

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Why Pray for Peace?

Yes, we want the peace that God gives us, but what other reasons should also cause us to pray for that?

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More Emulsification

Jesus bridged the gap between God and human beings, but is His teaching and influence enough to reconcile enemies separated by other differences?

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Really Living

If more money, more power, or more popularity doesn't guarantee happiness, then what will?

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What to Say at a Funeral

If they were polite, those who know me (outside of my writing) would probably say that I talk a lot.  In reality, I probably talk too much, but there are certain situations when having something timely to say is a good thing.  I've been told on multiple occasions when spending time with others in the… Continue reading What to Say at a Funeral

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Diplomatic Appointment

Wouldn't it be great to be given the role of ambassador by someone with enough authority to do so?

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Non-Zero Sum, Part 1

Sometimes, taking sides just causes evil to propagate. What would being a peacemaker look like, instead?

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Disarms

Watching the hero disarm an opponent in a movie is fun, but there was an even more spectacular feat that disarmed a greater foe than any movie villain.

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Just Like Me

What would happen if we all saw other people as created in God's image, instead of letting other things get in the way?