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Posted on May 20, 2022May 19, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 5 Comments

Bearing the Fruit of the Spirit: Faithfulness

When we abide in Jesus, we will bear much fruit. Here is the seventh of my devotions on the fruit of the Spirit, this time focused on faithfulness.

Posted on May 10, 2022May 11, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 14 Comments

Prayer: A Patched Poem

Prayer: A Patched Poem In the morning, while it is still dark, go to a deserted place. Shut the door. Say nothing to anyone. Be silent before the Lord God. Be silent. Do not occupy yourself with great things. Calm and quiet your soul, like a weaned child with its mother. Be still and know…

Posted on April 27, 2022April 26, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 6 Comments

How Is It with Your Soul?

Our souls are too important to be neglected. Here is a brief devotion, reflecting on this idea.

Posted on April 23, 2022April 22, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 11 Comments

Bearing the Fruit of the Spirit: Goodness

When we abide in Jesus, we will bear much fruit. Here is the sixth of my devotions on the fruit of the Spirit, this time focused on goodness.

Posted on April 19, 2022April 25, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 5 Comments

It Is Finished!

"It is finished," Jesus said from the cross. But his words mean even more in light of the resurrection.

Posted on April 12, 2022April 18, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 5 Comments

Bearing the Fruit of the Spirit: Kindness

When we abide in Jesus, we will bear much fruit. Here is the fifth of my devotions on the fruit of the Spirit, this time focused on kindness.

Posted on April 5, 2022April 4, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 10 Comments

Bearing the Fruit of the Spirit: Patience

When we abide in Jesus, we will bear much fruit. Here is the fourth of my devotions on the fruit of the Spirit, this time focused on patience - patience with God, with those around us, and with ourselves.

Posted on March 29, 2022March 28, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 12 Comments

Bearing the Fruit of the Spirit: Peace

When we abide in Jesus, we will bear much fruit. Here is the third of my devotions on the fruit of the Spirit, this time focused on peace.

Posted on March 24, 2022March 22, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 8 Comments

Prayer Cards: A Way to Pray for Others Using Scripture

Prayer cards are a powerful way of praying for others using Scripture. I learned this from Paul E. Miller's "A Praying Life" and thought I would share it here.

Posted on March 23, 2022March 28, 2022 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 9 Comments

Bearing the Fruit of the Spirit: Joy

When we abide in Jesus, we will bear much fruit. Here is the second of my devotions on the fruit of the Spirit, this time focused on joy.

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