Author Archives: Dana

IHOP

There is an IHOP in town that does not specialize in pancakes. The letters stand for International House of Prayer and people pray there constantly. When Jesus drove the money changers and buyers and sellers out the temple, he quoted … Continue reading

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resolution

I’m usually not big on New Year’s resolutions, but I sure am aware of needs for change. Changes brought about by my will-power are usually short-lived, but changes brought about by God’s grace are a different matter. Being his servant, … Continue reading

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sword

The Person called the “Prince of Peace” said, “Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword.” When Jesus was born, Herod decreed that all male … Continue reading

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sorrow

The Person who prayed for his followers to possess his joy was called “Man of Sorrows.” Jesus was not disturbed by this apparent conflict. He knew the Source of his joy and he knew the reason for sorrow. If Jesus … Continue reading

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joy

Not only did Jesus want us to have His peace, He also wanted us to have His joy. “I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” (Jn 15:11) … Continue reading

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