“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that…
Read moreLast Thursday I attended the graduation at Hudson County Community College, where I serve as an English professor. It was a joy to see some of my recent students graduate, and two of the young adults from our church also walked across the stage to receive their well-earned diplomas. I…
Read moreHave you ever lost so much that it seemed like you had nothing left? We all lose things (or people) that were once precious to us and once they are gone, we can be left feeling so empty and lost. One of the times that I felt this way was…
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These lenten rose perennials are my harbingers of spring. Every year, I look forward to their sunny faces breaking through the dirt. This year, I wondered if they would be hurt by our many spring snowstorms, including the unexpected April snow this week. But here they are, pushing through…
Read more“But you must stay deeply rooted and firm in your faith. You must not give up the hope you received when you heard the good news. It was preached to everyone on earth, and I myself have become a servant of this message.” Colossians 1:23. CEV Faithful – “true to…
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