Dear Friends, Although I write poetry, I rarely if ever share it because the words come from a place too close to my heart to risk the scrutiny of others. My thoughts and feelings sprawl out and refuse to be stuffed into the strict 5-7-5 syllabic rhythm of classical Haiku or the measured perfection of […]
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A Word of Grace – March 28, 2016
Dear Friends, This is the sixth and last message in a series on the Apostle Paul’s Letter to Philemon. . . . One thing more–prepare a guest room for me, for I am hoping through your prayers to be restored to you (Phil 22) Paul was far from home when he wrote the letter to […]
An Interview with Kirk Manton
Steve Elmore: I have personally had the pleasure of knowing Kirk Manton and working alongside him managing our various retreats, conferences, and institutes for six years now. Kirk truly has a servant’s heart and a gift for leading and mentoring others.He’s had an even longer association with the Foundation as a volunteer in various capacities before […]
A Word of Grace – March 21, 2016
Dear Friends, This is the fourth message in a series on Paul’s Letter to Philemon. . . . Paul said he would guarantee the repayment of Onesimus’ debt to Philemon. So if you consider me your partner, welcome him as you would welcome me. If he has wronged you in any way, or owes anything, […]
A Word of Grace – March 14, 2016
Dear Friends, This is the fourth message in a series on Paul’s Letter to Philemon. ——————————– Have you ever over-tightened a bolt with a wrench until it stripped out and wouldn’t budge? Have you pushed and pulled on a stuck moveable part and wished you had been more patient when you snapped it off ruining […]