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Do you always get along with everyone in your family? Do you sometimes have disagreements? How do you handle them? Some families encounter deep disputes that divide, break relationships. I know of some people who have not talked to siblings in years because of a diffence of opinion. While some families cherish time with one another, others learn to peacefully...

In 1985, Huey Lewis and the News released a single entitled The Power of Love. It was written for and featured in the 1985 blockbuster film Back to the Future. The song gave the band their first number-one hit on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. The lyrics proclaim,

You don’t need money, don’t take fame Don’t need no credit card...

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A few weeks ago, we spent some time in Savannah, Georgia. The historic city was welcoming spring with flowers blooming and trees budding. While the city is filled with landmarks, one of the most popular tours is the ghost tour. Tourists travel in a convertible hearse. If you ask me, that alone is a bit creepy. Why are such excursions...

I enjoy preaching Lectionary passages. The chosen texts allow us to experience various parts of God’s Word. We are challenged to journey through the church seasons along with the rest of the world (all who follow the church calendar). Yet I also enjoy preaching through books of the Bible. The week to week consistency of remaining in one book allows...

Ephesians has proven to be a rich study. Paul paints a picture of a healthy church. He describes life in Christ as a beautiful joining of a redeemed people. In this week’s text, we are summoned to consider the ramifications of division in the church.

At First Baptist Muncie, we have struggled with this issue. We understand the implications of...