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2012-01-09T09:58:11-08:00

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Rules Will Never Change Us by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: January 9, 2012 at 9:58 am By editorconvergingzone

Morality issues accompanied by anger and judgment will never produce change in our communities. What produces change is aligning our lives with God and the mystical way that He transforms us from the inside. When we miss the supernatural presence of God we resort to morality as a cheap substitute. Christ is most concerned about hearts absorbed in power, prestige, and possessions. Rules won’t change us, and we miss godly justice, mercy, and love when we worry more about what... Read more

2012-01-07T15:42:38-08:00

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Simply Jesus by N.T.Wright

Last updated on: January 7, 2012 at 3:42 pm By editorconvergingzone

Simply Jesus is a great teaching on the Kingdom, our part of God’s plan to transform the earth for His glory. There are parts 1 and 2 and about 4 minutes each.. Click here for video Part 2 Below Click here for video Read more

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2012-01-07T11:03:54-08:00

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The God Who Gives Himself Away by James Ryle

Last updated on: January 7, 2012 at 11:03 am By editorconvergingzone

And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart. I will be found of you,” says the Lord.” (Jeremiah 29:13,14, New American Standard). Did you ever play hide‘n seek when you were a kid? Sure you did. Did you ever hide so good that nobody could find you? Perhaps. If so, let me ask you this — after awhile, did you get tired of hiding? What did you do to get caught? Did... Read more

2012-01-07T05:47:02-08:00

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The Love, Joy, and Peace of Imperfection by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: January 7, 2012 at 5:47 am By editorconvergingzone

Knowing ourselves and being willing to make mistakes are essential qualities that lead to gradual growth. To err is to be human, forgiveness divine, and grace abounds beyond our sins. God uses imperfection to understand His divine perfection, and uses weakness to create strength in us. Spiritual maturity gives us the ability to have peace and joy in an imperfect world. God loves us the way we are, and if God did not love imperfect people, He would have no... Read more

2012-01-06T12:20:53-08:00

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Repent Swiftly and Renew Daily by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: January 6, 2012 at 12:20 pm By editorconvergingzone

We are called to repent swiftly and renew our minds daily. To repent means to turn around and go in a different and more righteous direction. It takes a renewed mind to make the choice to turn and to sustain the choice to move in the better direction for life. But how many times do we have to turn around and start again? How many times must we change? It seems that the whole journey is about constantly letting go... Read more

2012-01-05T17:41:43-08:00

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Wisdom when “Your World” Falls Apart by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: January 5, 2012 at 5:41 pm By editorconvergingzone

One of the great challenges in humanity is that we believe we have all the answers. God is patiently shifting us towards increased wisdom and knowledge, and usually does this by making our self-made world fall apart. God uses the pain of “Our world” falling apart to show us a life much bigger than we had imagined. Faith sustains us and allows us to discover how much we really need God. God is always drawing us closer and growing us... Read more

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2012-01-04T18:33:47-08:00

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Are You a Disciple? … or Just Part of the Crowd? by Lee Grady

Last updated on: January 4, 2012 at 6:33 pm By editorconvergingzone

In 2012, Jesus is calling us to re-enroll in the school of discipleship. Besides being the Year of the Dragon in China, 2012 is full of global observances. World Peace Day was Jan. 1, World Rabies Day is Sept. 22 and the World Day for Laboratory Animals (huh?) is April 24. There is also Global Hand-washing Day (Oct. 15), Star Wars Day (May 4), International Cat Day (March 1), and—for all Johnny Depp fans—International Talk Like a Pirate Day (Sept.... Read more

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2012-01-04T18:24:25-08:00

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The Power of Failure to Empower Success by Joseph Mattera

Last updated on: January 4, 2012 at 6:24 pm By editorconvergingzone

As we enter 2012 we should all reflect on the successes and failures of the past year, using both as a trajectory toward a more productive experience this year. By “success” I am referring to fruit borne to the glory of God that expanded kingdom influence. By “failure” I mean anything we initiated or participated in that did not bear any immediate, noticeable fruit. Failure can also be defined as when a paradigm, strategy of life, or ministry is no... Read more

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2012-01-04T11:49:41-08:00

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Confidence in God for Every Season by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: January 4, 2012 at 11:49 am By editorconvergingzone

Many people begin a new season with resolutions that end up making them feel failure and guilt because of unfulfilled promises and commitments. It is always best to set up resolutions as goals and actions rather than promises. More importantly, it is where we place our confidence that matters most. True success does not come from our own strength, ability, or effort. By allowing God to work through our lives, we set ourselves up for accomplishing more than we had... Read more

2012-01-03T10:12:18-08:00

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Nothing Happens by Accident in God by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: January 3, 2012 at 10:12 am By editorconvergingzone

Nothing happens to you by accident when you have God in your life. God orchestrates and inserts plans, purposes and events in your life. In divine providence, natural happenings good or bad cannot keep you from your destiny. God will often interrupt your plans and place you at His purposed time and place. God makes all things to work out for you in its season. As you involve Him in your daily life and trust His love for you, He... Read more

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