Ever been to Pismo? Quirky little beach town with a fabulous beach lined with rocky cliffs to the North and sand dunes to the South. A perfect setting to unwind and feel the sand between your toes. Debbie and I did just that in between sessions I was leading for a group of pastors and their spouses addressing how to stay healthy physically, emotionally, spiritually and relationally.
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People have been asking me, “So how are book sales going?” And my response has been, “Very good, and the feedback has been encouraging.” But there has been one recurring comment that I did not see coming—though maybe I should have.
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I have found that there is little power behind the good intentions of New Year’s resolutions. But I know that there is power in prayer. I’ve often said that had it not been people praying for me, I wouldn’t have survived being a pastor for nearly 40 years. Prayer matters, even if we do not see the results. God honors the faith behind our prayers. I believe there is nothing more important in 2016 than to pray.
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The word “Advent” comes from the Latin referring to the anticipation of someone who is coming or arriving. And so the Advent season is about waiting and anticipating the coming Messiah, the Lord Jesus Christ.
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