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A People Who Thirst

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” - Matthew 5:6  Palo Duro Canyon is one of my favorite places on earth. For those who have not been, picture a portion of the Grand Canyon dropped right into the middle of the Texas Panhandle. It is a breath-taking location for sightseeing and an adventurous location for hiking and exploring. A few years ago, I thought it would also be a great location for a training run.   I was...

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Life is Hard & God is Good

Isaiah 43:1-3aNow this is what the Lord says. He created you, people of Jacob; he formed you, people of Israel. He says, “Don’t be afraid, because I have saved you. I have called you by name, and you are mine.  When you pass through the waters, I will be with you. When you cross rivers, you will not drown. When you walk through fire, you will not be burned, nor will the flames hurt you. This is because I, the Lord, am your God, the Holy One of Israel, your...

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Run to the Father

Luke 15:20: "But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him." I can’t think of a better example of a loving father than that of the story of the Prodigal Son. I’m sure most of us know the story well. And if I had to guess, most of us can relate to the prodigal son in one way or another.  As I look at my own four little kiddos, I understand in a small way how God...

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