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The Bible was written over a span of 1,500 years, which is a long time to write one book. If the average lifespan is seventy years, 1,500 years incorporates approximately twenty-three lifetimes, or 22.857143 to be exact. With forty writers over this expanse of time, we can know some were contemporaries, but most never laid eyes on each other, much less sat together over an open fire discussing the content of their writings. Think about it. Between the Scriptures recognized as the oldest, to the most recent New Testament writings lay centuries of warring kingdoms, breached borders, and annihilated people groups. Yet, somehow the Scriptures wereRead More →

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Socrates once said, “The unexamined life is not worth living.” Sometimes we must take an inward look to change our outward perspective. The Bible instructs us to examine ourselves through the lens of God’s word and in unity with his Spirit. It’s easy to do what we’ve always done. But doing what we’ve always done can become routine. And, let’s face it, routine is boring. The Spirit-filled (led) life is far from boring. Look at Jesus. He was driven into the wilderness for 40 days to be tempted of the Devil. That’s not boring. As he walked from town to town, Jesus was interrupted byRead More →

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Let.It.Go. Session 4: Practicing the Art of Soul Control Our last session dealt with the Proverbs 31 woman who teaches and speaks words of kindness. But let’s be honest, there are times when it is not kindness longing to spill from our lips. Typically these occasions occur on days filled with interruptions and inconveniences working against even the best laid plans. I have experienced it. You have experienced it. For example, it seems to never fail that when I am running late for an appointment I get stuck on a narrow two-lane country road behind someRead More →

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Join me in an exciting new venture, Online Bible Study! Register today using the form below. We will begin right here on January 7th, 2013. All you’ll need is a copy of the book, Let. It. Go. by Karen Ehman. Order early at www.karenehman.com to make sure you receive your material before we begin. We look forward to your sharing the wonderful ways God speaks to you through this study! Sign up to participate in the Let. It. Go. Online Bible Study Beginning January 7th, 2013Read More →