Tag Archives: God

God’s Loving Chastisement

Posted on March 22, 2013 by ronelfran

Somebody has said, “God loves us just the way we are – but He loves us too much to let us stay that way.” True! So, when we get off track, caught in some area of sin that we just … Continue reading →

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Don’t Try To Figure Out Life!

Posted on March 21, 2013 by ronelfran

I like to figure things out. That’s why I became an engineer. For years figuring out how to design machines to work the way I wanted them to was how I made my living. But one thing I know I’ll … Continue reading →

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Christ’s Authority Is Real!

Posted on March 20, 2013 by ronelfran

I’m sure all of us who claim Jesus as Savior and Lord acknowledge His divine authority. We acknowledge it; but how often do we base our actions on the fact that His authority is real, active, and applicable in our … Continue reading →

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We Don’t Have To Fight Every Battle

Posted on March 19, 2013 by ronelfran

Sometimes, especially in the environment we face today, Christians think they must be on guard to defend every right and every principle against encroachment by our secular society. But in this, as in all things, we need to apply godly … Continue reading →

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Do Not Be Afraid

Posted on March 18, 2013 by ronelfran

To be fearful in the presence of God seems to be a natural human reaction. But believers never have to fear Him! Matt 17:1-7   Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, led them up on … Continue reading →

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Thank God For Christmas!

Posted on December 23, 2012 by ronelfran

Have you given up on Christmas? Many Christians have. They have become so frustrated at the way the secular age we live in has converted a Christian “holy day” into a social and commercial “holiday” that sometimes they wish the … Continue reading →

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Should Christians Celebrate Christmas?

Posted on December 22, 2012 by ronelfran

Christmas in America is an event filled with contrasts and paradoxes. It is by far the most popular and most joyous season of the year; yet it is also a time when many people become so depressed they seriously contemplate … Continue reading →

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Leadership Keys To Preventing and Healing Hurt Feelings – part 3

Posted on July 11, 2012 by ronelfran

Key #3 – KNOW YOUR PEOPLE In this post I want to share a secret that can vastly improve your effectiveness as a leader in the church. Once grasped and applied, this one secret will have an almost magical ability … Continue reading →

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Leadership Keys To Preventing and Healing Hurt Feelings – part 2

Posted on June 8, 2012 by ronelfran

Key #2 – KNOW YOUR GOAL If you are the leader of a ministry in the church, you may feel that you already have a pretty good handle on what your goals for that ministry should be. You want your … Continue reading →

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What is God’s Name?

Posted on May 22, 2012 by ronelfran

Did you know that God has a name? Many Christians have never even thought about that question. If you were to ask them what God’s name is, their reply would probably be something along the lines of, “His name is … Continue reading →

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