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In the Silence, I am in tune with God, myself and others.

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

Silence for many is an undiscovered friend of the tired and restless. It is a sacred place of solitude bringing peace and comfort from the cares of the world. Its calming effect soothes our souls and produces eternal hope for living. It is the voice that has no description, but it abides within and speaks the love language of God. Silence establishes peace in our heart and offers the awareness the God who spoke the universe into being is... Read more

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Infinite Love

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

God’s love seeks to reconcile and restore us to the indescribable beauty of the kingdom of God. Jesus revealed the glory of God to the apostle Paul, and he realized Christ is alive here and now living within us. Paul’s conversion was an incredible change where his heart was no longer obsessed with the things of this world but possessed by a new reality, a heavenly kingdom from above now dwelling in his heart. It was the revelation God loves... Read more

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The Illusion of Security

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

Everything we see and most everything we do in life revolves around dreams of making money and having a safe and secure place to live. Security and safety, however, are only an illusion for nothing is permanent here on earth. In the twinkling of an eye, all the money in the world can vanish in a second. Jesus told his disciples not to worry about tomorrow because he knew that worry is a constant when it comes to any lasting... Read more

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Jesus Christ, the Son of Man

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

John, the apostle, gives testimony Jesus who died and was raised from the dead is God! I have seen the Son of God and walked and talked with him in real time. The bread of God is the bread that comes down from heaven and gives life to the world. Near the end of his life he declares once again for those who doubt Jesus is both God and man, he affirms with the other disciples; we have seen... Read more

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Feeling Overwhelmed?

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

Our minds are always dealing with thoughts causing panic and anxiety. We are overwhelmed with thoughts of darkness and death causing deep fear for our survival. Our thoughts and feelings rob us of any hope for living life. We wonder is there any way out of the palpable despair we feel in our soul. Yes, there is! Stop and take a deep breath and realize the everlasting God of the universe is not surprised and unaware of your condition and... Read more

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Blessed are the peacemakers.

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

“The events in the world today have the power to paralyze us with feelings of intense sorrow and even anger for those involved in the senseless violence we see from our brothers and sisters. Lord, help us remember we are called to be peacemakers and resist the temptation of letting the darkness make us victims too by choosing sides.” Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Read more

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Where is God?

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

In the violent history of mankind and current day terrorism, there is an ongoing question humanity ponders, where is God? In World War Two six million Jews were killed at over a thousand concentration camps. The more well-known were Dachau, Buchenwald, and Treblinka where eight hundred and fifty thousand souls perished. However the most notorious was Auschwitz where in less than five years the Nazis murdered over a million people. Auschwitz survivor fifteen-year-old Elie Wiesel arrived in the late spring... Read more

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The Healing Power of Listening

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

When asked what I enjoy most being a pastor I say the honor given me to listen to the stories of everyday people. I hear the secrets and struggles that not even family members may have heard. I let each one know how deeply touched I am that they would entrust me with their deepest thoughts. So I get to share the love of God with those who never had a friend who cared enough to listen without trying to... Read more

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Do you want to get Well?

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

In the gospel of John Jesus asks an age old question to a paralyzed man, “Do you want to get well?” The harsh reality is many people have lost hope to make any lasting changes in their life to get well. The reason is change and lasting transformation in our life is a challenging and painful struggle. Change occurs when something motivates us to leave our past life behind because something is so painful, we seek any means to escape... Read more

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Silence for my troubled soul.

Last updated on: June 1, 2018 at 12:04 pm By Paul Bane

Silence brings peace and healing to my troubled mind. Swirling thoughts out of control bouncing around in my head rob me of any joy. Christ bids me come and sit by the still waters and find rest for my weary soul. He proclaims I am here waiting for you in my mercy and love. No need for anxiety and preoccupation with the things of the world. I invite you to center your heart on me and come into the silence of... Read more

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