Author: R. Dwain Minor
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An Encouraging Word for Parents of a Prodigal from Thomas Watson
I can think of few things as painful as a child running away from the faith. To leave in complete rebellion against God and His Word brings an incredible pain to a parent, maybe even a parent reading this post today. And this is something that parents have talked with me about in great sorrow…
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The Eternal Warning Label on Covid-19
Warning labels exist to tell us that danger is ahead. They tell us to think about what we are doing in that moment and that a wrong decision could cost us dearly. I heeded the warning not to take pain killers before driving after I’d had my knee surgery. I’m sure many of you have…
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A Word Of Hope In A Day of Fear, “Do Not Be Afraid”
There are a lot of people afraid right now due to this global pandemic. And for good reason, there are many reasons to fear. Yet, God says to His people, “Do not be afraid” and this gives us the reason for courage in this day of trouble.
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Book Reco: When People Are Big And God Is Small by Ed Welch
I struggle at times with what Ed Welch calls the “fear of man.” It causes me to behave in ways that I should not. Sometimes my behavior can be it’s people-pleasing, sometimes it is people-avoiding. I guess it depends on what side of the bed I woke up on…I think my parents and grandparents used…
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I Am Thankful For Salvation
One summer day, while in High School, some friends of mine and my brother were in a car together. We were making a movie that we thought was quite humorous. That day, for the first time in my life, I understood what it meant to be thankful for being saved from doom in this life.…
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I Am Thankful For My Family
When I was young I never thought much about marriage and kids. Looking back it seems that marriage didn’t even enter my mind until I met my wife. Before that, I assumed that I would be single for the rest of my life. I’m not sure why, but it did seem to be the mindset…
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I Am Thankful That I Exist
I am thinking through reasons to be thankful over the next few days. I have been blessed beyond belief and know that. Yet, this time of year forces me to examine my life and give that a little extra consideration. And, I am writing that here, for all to see. Or, like 5 people to…
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A Book Recommendation Inspired By A Presidential Candidate: Christianity and Liberalism by J. Greshem Machen
Pete Buttigieg stated that salvation “has to do with how I make myself useful” to marginalized and oppressed people. Now, it may seem like I am making much of this little phrase. I am not. This is the Old Liberalism that has mascaraed as Christianity since the late 18th Century. And oh, by the way,…
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You’re Not An Animal
I expect animals to throw poop at each other, but when people start doing it…then it’s newsworthy. Here is my point. You have more dignity than an animal fulfilling their every urge.
