Don’t Pursue the Position
In our culture that encourages self-promotion to climb ladders of success, how should Christians seek to advance? While common sense tells us to put ourselves out there, Jesus' uncommon wisdom tells us to humble ourselves. …
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For Those in Need of Hope
When we look around us at the state of the world, we can easily succumb to fear and anxiety. In the midst of unsettling times, you can turn to God for the hope that you so desperately need.…
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The Creator Can (Still) Handle His Creation
How can we rest in God's power when our world seems out of control? We must never forget that the Creator can still handle His creation.…
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Palmetto Collective Fall Retreat
What does it mean to stay on mission in light of endangering distractions intended to take you off course? For those who desire to follow Jesus for the long haul, you must be intentional about what you start doing and stop doing.…
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The Danger of a God We Could Edit
We want ever so desperately to serve a deity whom we have the freedom and capability to edit. Our altered version of God would run this world into the ground because he would look too much like us.  …
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When God Gives, He Gives Abundantly
It is easy to think about what we wish we had, but how often do we reflect on what God has already provided? A simple review of your life may reveal that God has already blessed you in abundant ways.…
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2023 Sermon Planning Resource
Would you like a guide to help you prepare long-term sermon planning for next year? Here is a free resource to help you plan where God is leading you to lead your congregation.…
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Unreliable Precautions
Tragedy struck when a Chinese policy to quarantine citizens who tested positive for Covid-19 killed 27 people on the midnight bus ride. It serves as a reminder that no matter how many precautions we take, we are never truly invincible.…
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Common Royalty
With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the world comments on her impressive accomplishments as well as her family's unfortunate dramas. No matter how much protection any of us have from outside threats, no one can protect us from ourselves.…
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Will All People Encounter God?
While I wish that all people would submit to God's design and directions, I often feel hopeless because I constantly witness how truly rebellious we are. Will all people eventually encounter God before it is too late?…
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God Wants to Forgive Us
If your version of God portrays a begrudging being forced to be kind to us rather than eagerly willing to be gracious to us, you are not envisioning the God of the Bible. God actually wants to forgive us!…
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The Background of Nehemiah
The Book of Nehemiah is set in a pivotal time in the history of God's people. To better understand the content of his message, we must comprehend the context in which he ministered.…
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