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Sunday November 17, 2024 – An incredible, unforgettable experience!

Posted on November 17, 2024 by Don Schmidt

1 Corinthians 3:6  I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God made it grow. Part 2 – Yesterday I asked you to picture yourself on a jet that has just taken off for a long flight.  The person next … Continue reading →

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Saturday November 16, 2024 – Suppose you are asked, “Why are you a Christian?”

Posted on November 16, 2024 by Don Schmidt

2 Corinthians 3:2  You yourselves are our letter, written on our hearts, known and read by everybody. Part 1 of 2 – Picture yourself on a jet that has just taken off for a long flight.  You begin a conversation with … Continue reading →

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Friday November 15, 2024 – Loving insight into my misbehavior

Posted on November 15, 2024 by Don Schmidt

Romans 2:4b  …not realizing that God’s kindness leads you toward repentance? Have you ever had a friend or someone in your life that believed in you and was for you, no matter what?  Have you ever been that person for … Continue reading →

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Thursday November 14, 2024 – In the midst of extreme difficulties

Posted on November 14, 2024 by Don Schmidt

Acts 16:34  The jailer brought them into his house and set a meal before them; he was filled with joy because he had come to believe in God—he and his whole family. Have you experienced a time of when you … Continue reading →

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Wednesday November 13, 2024 – Sailing in Bermuda: an important lesson learned

Posted on November 13, 2024 by Don Schmidt

Hebrews 5:14  But solid food is for the mature—for those whose senses have been trained to distinguish between good and evil. Although I grew up in a small port city on Lake Michigan, I never got to experience sailing until … Continue reading →

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Tuesday November 12, 2024 – Recognizing when fear is a doorway and not a barrier

Posted on November 12, 2024 by Don Schmidt

Hebrews 13:6  So we say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” Years ago when our oldest sons were young, we went to Six Flags over Georgia.  Although I’m … Continue reading →

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Monday November 11, 2024 – Not optional or suggestive!

Posted on November 11, 2024 by Don Schmidt

Veterans Day! Luke 9:23  Then he said to them all: “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” If you’re like me, you take advantage of the resources available … Continue reading →

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Sunday November 10, 2024 – Belonging to Him!

Posted on November 10, 2024 by Don Schmidt

Psalm 85:5  You are forgiving and good, O Lord, abounding in love to all who call to you. I have kept journals for years.  I love to look back five or ten years ago to see what was happening in … Continue reading →

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Saturday November 9, 2024 – The incredible opportunity we all have!

Posted on November 8, 2024 by Don Schmidt

Daniel 10:11a He said to me, “Daniel, you are a man treasured [by God].  – Holman Christian Standard Bible How would we be described by our spouses, children, friends or co-workers, if they were asked what kind of people we … Continue reading →

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Friday November 8, 2024 – Are commands really just suggestions?

Posted on November 8, 2024 by Don Schmidt

John 14:15 “If you love me, you will obey what I command.” When I was a student at Wheaton Grad School I was blessed to be able to take a course taught by Dr. Merrill Tenney, a great Bible scholar.  … Continue reading →

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