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2015-12-30T09:58:32-05:00

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3 Ways to Start Over

Last updated on: December 30, 2015 at 9:58 am By Steve Austin

I’ve made (and broken) several resolutions through the years, but for 2016, these are the three ways I am going to start over. Will you join me? Read more

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2015-12-30T09:58:32-05:00

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3 Ways to Start Over

Last updated on: December 30, 2015 at 9:58 am By Steve Austin

I’ve made (and broken) several resolutions through the years, but for 2016, these are the three ways I am going to start over. Will you join me? Read more

New Year's resolution

Relationships

ways to start over

2015-12-17T07:30:41-05:00

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He Gives and Takes Away

Last updated on: December 17, 2015 at 7:30 am By Steve Austin

Do you ever read a familiar scripture and see something new? It happens to me from time to time... And it happened when I read that Herod ordered all the baby boys to be killed. All of them two years old or younger. Little baby boys... Who had just started their lives. Little baby boys who were their daddy's pride and their mommy's heart. Read more

2015-12-15T15:30:11-05:00

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Finding God in Times of Transition

Last updated on: December 15, 2015 at 3:30 pm By Steve Austin

In times of transition, it’s normal to feel lost or forgotten. But you are not lost, and neither is God. He is right where He’s always been, longing to be with us in our struggle. He wants to wait with us while we look for our new normal. He is never intimidated by our situation and He never gives up on us, even when we lack faith. Read more

2015-12-09T15:53:13-05:00

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To Those Who Feel Stuck

Last updated on: December 9, 2015 at 3:53 pm By Steve Austin

If you've ever felt lost, lonely, or just plain stuck, this letter is for you. Read more

2015-12-08T08:57:28-05:00

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How One Person Put Grace into Action

Last updated on: December 8, 2015 at 8:57 am By Steve Austin

I was changed by the bold actions of my gracious friend. She told me, “unconditional love always ignites restoration.” In her bold act I am reminded that I can value and appreciate even those with whom I strongly disagree. It’s not enough to just encourage “random acts of kindness,” or just being nice to each other, but we must also love and step toward the other side, no matter who they might be. Read more

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2015-12-07T05:00:04-05:00

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The Deaf Man Who Spoke Grace to my Heart

Last updated on: December 7, 2015 at 5:00 am By Steve Austin

His fingers silently wove a tapestry of grace in the cool night air as he told me that he had heard the rumors but those words meant nothing to him. “Because I know you. I know Steve,” he said to me. I thought the old man might cry as he let me know how glad he was that I made it through the suicide attempt. He asked me to no longer put him and his wife in the same boat as the others who had turned their backs or given up on me. He told me that he wasn’t interested in the gossip. What he was saying is that I mattered. He did not believe the words of those who would spread judgment. He believed in me. Read more

2015-12-05T13:30:41-05:00

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Love is the Most Audacious Way to Change the World

Last updated on: December 5, 2015 at 1:30 pm By Steve Austin

My friend Sarah's story is being featured today by The Good News Network. Her interview garnered lots of attention and is starting great conversations all over the place. A movement of intentional acts of grace and unconditional love is the best way to change our world for the better. I am thankful for you, Sarah! Read more

2015-12-04T09:10:08-05:00

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What I Learned from the Christian Who Thanked Planned Parenthood

Last updated on: December 4, 2015 at 9:10 am By Steve Austin

Many of us were glued to the news last Friday, as the story of the shooting in Colorado Springs unfolded. A lone gunman, Robert Dear, killed three people and wounded nine others at a Planned Parenthood clinic. This past Wednesday, I was intrigued by the actions of a dear friend and former classmate, Sarah. Her bold act really sparked my thinking on what I can personally do to show grace and love in tangible ways. I asked if I could ask her a few questions and share her responses here. Read more

2015-11-25T08:19:25-05:00

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Jesus & the Fight with Condemnation

Last updated on: November 25, 2015 at 8:19 am By Steve Austin

The struggle with condemnation is miserable. The other day, our pastor said something that I’ll repeat often, “We should tell the Truth in conversation, not condemnation.” That’s what Jesus always did & continues to do. This week’s Grace is Messy post on Altarwork talks about the fight with condemnation. Join the conversation: just click here! Read more

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