Author: John W. Crowder
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It’s Time to Seek the Lord
It’s time! Not someday, not after things settle down, not once everything’s perfect, but now.
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10 Benefits of Leading a Rural Church
For about 35 years now I have been a rural pastor. While serving in that role I have been greatly blessed and have discovered many benefits to pastoring in a smaller, rural setting. Here are 10 of them, in no particular order: Deep Relationships In small communities, you have the opportunity to really know your…
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Walking with the Shepherd
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.”— Psalm 23:4 (ESV) 1. God’s Presence in the Dark David didn’t say, “If I walk through the valley.” He said, “Even though I walk through…
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The Ultimate Pursuit
Deep in the human soul there is a longing that cannot be satisfied by wealth, success, or even the love of others. It is the longing for God Himself. Scripture affirms this truth: “You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart” (Jeremiah 29:13, ESV). To seek God is not merely…
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3 Tips for Teachers Starting a New Year
In our local school district, school will start again next week. The first day of school is always hectic. Frightened, confused students and parents all show up at once and everyone has more questions than answers. It would be easy for teachers to get overwhelmed on that first day. You meet so many different students…
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