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To The Person Frustrated By The Last Presidential Debate

To The Person Frustrated By The Last Presidential Debate

October 14, 2020
When God Overrides What I Thought I Needed

When God Overrides What I Thought I Needed

November 28, 2019
Should Christians Expect Non-Believers to Save Sex for Marriage?

Should Christians Expect Non-Believers to Save Sex for Marriage?

December 17, 2018
Church Just Never Felt Like “Home” & Now It Does

Church Just Never Felt Like “Home” & Now It Does

July 30, 2019
More Than Sunday Morning Christians

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More Than Sunday Morning Christians

By Samantha Swanson April 9, 2021

At the end of each Sunday morning church service, one of my pastors stands at the back of the sanctuary near the door and says, “Let…

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Misquoted Scripture: “For I know the plans I have for you…”

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Misquoted Scripture: “For I know the plans I have for you…”

By Samantha Swanson March 15, 2021

Reading the Old Testament is challenging, but verses like Jeremiah 29:11 make it more bearable, ya know? You’re probably familiar: Jeremiah 29:11 writes, “‘For I know…

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Not Strong Enough to Carry This Weight

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Not Strong Enough to Carry This Weight

By Samantha Swanson February 18, 2021

Andrew Peterson's song “He Is Worthy” played on repeat during my drive home a few months ago.  The song is reminiscent of liturgical worship—like when…

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Misquoted Scripture: “[God] Will Give You the Desires of Your Heart”

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Misquoted Scripture: “[God] Will Give You the Desires of Your Heart”

By Samantha Swanson November 24, 2020

“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” - Psalm 37:4“Lord, I know you know what I want.” Sometimes…

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He Knows My Name?

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He Knows My Name?

By Samantha Swanson October 24, 2020

A retelling of John 20:11-16. Jesus was presented before the Jews wearing a purple robe and a crown of thorns—both unable to cover the hideous,…

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To The Person Frustrated By The Last Presidential Debate

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To The Person Frustrated By The Last Presidential Debate

By Samantha Swanson October 14, 2020

If you’re frustrated by the first presidential debate from a couple weeks ago and (quite possibly) the overall political climate of America, this post is…

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When God Doesn’t Feel Like Enough: Worshipping Gods We Can See or Control

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When God Doesn’t Feel Like Enough: Worshipping Gods We Can See or Control

By Samantha Swanson September 18, 2020

When reading the stories of the Old Testament, do you ever find yourself surprised by how quickly the Israelites mess up...? If I’m honest, I’ve…

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Living Well With Unfulfilled Longings

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Living Well With Unfulfilled Longings

By Samantha Swanson August 11, 2020

Not too long ago, my pastor spoke on the importance of children and family ministry — ironic, considering the unrelenting baby fever sparked by the…

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Should Christians Proclaim Hope in a World Full of Pain?

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Should Christians Proclaim Hope in a World Full of Pain?

By Samantha Swanson August 6, 2020

“The hard parts of life rarely feel light and momentary.” My friend alluded to 2 Corinthians chapter 4. “Sometimes it’s tough reading that passage, knowing…

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When Life Feels Mundane

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When Life Feels Mundane

By Samantha Swanson July 8, 2020

For the first couple decades of our lives, there seem to be somewhat clear milestones laid out ahead of us: Make it through middle school…

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