Devotional: The Power of Sacrifice

Sacrifice is an intriguing term. The value of it’s meaning is hugely dependent upon the context of its use. When you first hear the word, what might quickly come to mind is loss. I give up something of value. If you are playing the game of chess, it defines a strategic move that will ultimately…

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Video: Work on Your Defense

1 Peter 5:8 “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” RELOAD joins CCDA’s West Michigan Regional Conference featuring general session speaker Eric Tolbert, Lighthouse Church Battle Creek. Watch this quick clip by Eric Tolbert: “Work on Your Defense”

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Finally Friday: A Wing & A Prayer

Image by: Plush Studios/Digital Vision/Getty Images                                      (https://recipes.howstuffworks.com/menus/food-fighting-101.htm) A Wing and A Prayer  This phrase was first used in WWII. It means just managing to get the job done.  I believe one of the ways we can get…

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Remind me again why I do youth ministry

– By guest blogger Chris Lassiter I just had a “Remind me again why I do urban youth ministry” type of week. Our annual camping trip hit some major snags. Money came up missing. Curfews were missed. We even had a few physical altercations. Collectively, I had more challenges in one week than I’ve had…

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