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Jan 11, 2019 • 10min

How Can We Prioritize Our Marriage over Work and Kids?

Marriages die from neglect but grow with God-centered time and attention. Pastor John gives six ways to feed your marriage the time it needs.
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Jan 9, 2019 • 8min

When Does Bible Neglect Become Sinful?

When does diminishing time in God’s word become sinful? Pastor John identifies five symptoms of Bible neglect.
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Jan 7, 2019 • 9min

I’m Tired and Busy — How Do I Make Time for the Bible?

Feeling overwhelmed and busy? This discussion tackles the struggle of making time for Bible reading amidst life's chaos. It stresses the importance of prioritizing spiritual engagement over other distractions. Practical tips are shared to help reassess schedules and ensure scripture fills your day, not just the gaps. Discover how to cultivate a deeper relationship with God, even when you're exhausted.
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Jan 4, 2019 • 8min

I Have an Hour a Day to Read — How Much Should Be Bible?

If I have only an hour a day to read, how should I divide my time between the Bible and great Christian books?
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Jan 2, 2019 • 8min

Three Reasons to Read the Bible Every Day in 2019

As we begin another year of Bible reading, Pastor John takes us back to the basics: feed your motivation, grow in skill, and pray for illumination.
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Dec 31, 2018 • 9min

How Do I Make the Most of Daily Bible Reading?

As you plan your Bible reading for 2019, know yourself, know your tendencies, but know most of all that you desperately need God’s word.
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Dec 28, 2018 • 13min

Can a Christian Survive in Silicon Valley?

Can the Christlike virtues of patience, forgiveness, and gentleness survive in a cutthroat technology sector like Silicon Valley?
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Dec 25, 2018 • 12min

How Do I Welcome Christ at Christmas?

The famous hymn calls every heart to “prepare him room.” But what does it mean to receive Christ this Christmas?
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Dec 23, 2018 • 11min

What Makes Christmas So Controversial?

The wrath of God is our biggest problem. If it didn’t exist, we wouldn’t need the gospel, and we wouldn’t need Christmas.
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Dec 21, 2018 • 13min

What Is the Rapture?

Will Christians be raptured before the tribulation? Or will we rise to meet the Lord only at his final coming?

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