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a foolish message …

rick | May 27, 2010

This morning Paul reminded me of the awesome challenge before us. 18 The Message that points to Christ on the Cross seems like sheer silliness to those hellbent on destruction, but for those on the way of salvation it makes perfect sense. This is the way God works, and most powerfully as it turns out. [...]

7 times …

rick | May 24, 2010

I was at a leadership conference this past week. 19 Nebuchadnezzar was so furious with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego that his face became distorted with rage. He commanded that the furnace be heated seven times hotter than usual. 20 Then he ordered some of the strongest men of his army to bind Shadrach, Meshach, and [...]

becoming …

rick | May 11, 2010

40 Students are not greater than their teacher. But the student who is fully trained will become like the teacher. Luke 6:40 (NLT) I’ve had this verse stuck in my head for the last few weeks.  Its one I’ve read before and quickly moved past.  But recently I’ve been challenged to notice the principle Jesus [...]