Terry’s Take… About Palm Sunday

The message of Palm Sunday is one of promise and absolute faith. It shows the importance of believing God, prior to seeing any “final results.” Jesus’ arrival into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday was foretold long before it happened. “Say to Daughter Zion, ‘See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, and

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Terry’s Take… Faith and Belief

Not everyone appreciates poetry, but I came across this that was sent to me. I think it says succinctly what we believe as followers of Christ. Faith and Belief Faith is knowing the light will come onWhen it’s pitch black and the switch is thrown Faith is believing the sun will set after eve has

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Terry’s Take… Keep Moving

I know that Easter is still a few weeks away. We find ourselves muddling through the doldrums of Lent. But I want to make a bold claim: Now is the time to begin our Easter story. You see…we aren’t meant to dwell in Lent; Lent propels us to Easter. And our joy is only possible because we hope in what

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Terry’s Take… Preparation

While it seems we just put our Christmas decorations away, we begin Lent on February 14th this year… and that’s right around the corner! I will be talking about Lent these next few “takes” so begin thinking about ways you can prepare to follow Jesus more deeply and meaningfully. Unless we prepare now, we may

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Terry’s Take… What to Do?

Recently I was reading the Gospel account of what is known as “the conversion of St. Paul.” St. Paul’s conversion was quick and radical…he immediately asks the Lord, “What will you have me do, Lord?” Encountering the Lord’s promptings in our hearts is one thing, but willingly responding to such graces is another. In our daily

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Terrys Take… Social Media

Many of us are on some venue of social media, whether it be Linkedin or Facebook or another platform. It has become a way to connect with others and participate in discussions. As Christians we must be aware that these places are not always “safe” places to be. Nonetheless, it can be a place to

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