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The Challenging Storm (Poem)

Matt 14:27 But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. Jesus, Our Lord, sent the multitudes away, Then went up into the mountain to pray. Into the midst of the sea, his disciples were sent forth in a ship, The winds ...

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Malchus: From Conspirator To Believer

Peter cutting off Malchus' ear

This fictional story is based on the gospel accounts in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Suddenly and unexpectedly, someone struck me with a sword wielded by an unskilled swordsman. Blood was drenching the right side of my face and dripping down on the shoulder of my mantle, quickly soaking through ...

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Putting Your Foot In Your Mouth

Putting Foot in mouth - embarrassing

Putting your foot in your mouth… Does it ruin your future, or is it another step in your spiritual growth? Poor Peter!  It seems like he was always putting his mouth in gear before he could engage his brain! When Jesus was in the middle of a pressing crowd, the ...

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Will you really…?

Peter said to Jesus: I will lay down my life for you. Jesus said to Peter: Will you really lay down your life for me? (John 13:38)   When I say that God loves me freely and unconditionally, Ask God and my conscience, if I love God with all my ...

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The Rooster Will Always Crow!

Roosters have had a place in society for thousands of years. In America, they often bring thoughts of farm life in days gone by.  One imagines being awakened by their shrill crows long before the rising sun, thanks to their internal “clock.” The visitor to Key West, Florida, can watch ...

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