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January 6, 2025 Mitch Bedzyk
Conspiracy theories and the christian life

Conspiracy Theories and the Christian Life

January 6, 2025 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Christian Living

Conspiracy theories dissolve humility and hope, distract us from God's judgment, displace Bible study and prayer, and distort our view of the church.

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Thoughts on Political Engagement

Thoughts on Political Engagement

July 4, 2024 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Christian Living kingdom of god

Resources and reflections on thinking biblically about politics, political engagement, and voting as citizens of heaven.

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Radical Generosity: Reflections on Giving

Radical Generosity: Reflections on Giving

March 25, 2024 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Christian Living generosity

The Scriptures teach that radical generosity in all of life, as well as faithful giving to a local church, is a hallmark of a disciple of Jesus.

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Flourishing in a Broken World

Flourishing in a Broken World (Matthew 5:3-4)

April 5, 2023 Posted By: Joel Traylor Bible Study beatitudes

Humble dependence on God and mourning over our sinful and broken world leads to true flourishing and wholeness in God's kingdom.

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A different way to pray

A Different Way to Pray

September 16, 2022 Posted By: Joel Traylor Christian Living prayer

In the end, our aim in prayer should be to get more of God rather than getting more stuff from God, to seek God’s face instead of his hands.

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Social Media, Scripture, and the Local Church

#Theology: Social Media, Scripture, and the Local Church

November 12, 2021 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Christian Living social media

A survey of the dysfunctions and (de)formative power of social media and how the church must respond.

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depression and the church community

Depression and the Church Community

March 29, 2021 Posted By: Matt Bedzyk Christian Living acts

It's in the gospel fellowship of a local church that we encounter the God of all comfort and find strength to suffer well.

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Abide in Christ

Abiding in Christ: A Picture of the Christian Life

March 22, 2021 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study

Far from being a special, mystical experience, abiding in Christ is the Christian's life of trust, obedience, and dependence on Jesus.

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A Prayer for Our Nation and the Church’s Witness

January 22, 2021 Posted By: Matt Bedzyk Christian Living government

A prayer for our governing authorities, for our nation, and for the church's faithful witness.

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