Category Archives: Christian Life

General posts for the Christian journey

Dealing with Political Correctness

Posted on February 1, 2013 by cchrisholland

Bullies are a fact of life. We’ve all encountered people who use intimidation as a method for getting what they want. An easy one-size-fits-all answer would be handy (like the good ole “5 across the lip”), but unfortunately it isn’t … Continue reading →

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How big is your God?

Posted on January 25, 2013 by cchrisholland

One of the earliest names for God in the Bible is God Most High (Genesis 14:18-20). It’s such an awesome description. No matter what we can see or imagine…He’s higher, bigger, and stronger. By the time of the first century, the … Continue reading →

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What does “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness” mean anyway?

Posted on January 17, 2013 by cchrisholland

I’m a Patriot. There are many reasons why (like an appreciation of our founders and a family history of soldiers dating back to the Revolutionary War), but for brevity I’ll narrow it to one…purpose. It’s stated in the thoroughly-deliberated-over, intentional … Continue reading →

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Finding Hope in 2013

Posted on January 3, 2013 by cchrisholland

I must confess, I’m struggling to have a hopeful attitude toward 2013. When considering our nation’s cultural and political status, I’ve found myself wishing I could simply turn-on a positive outlook, but reality demands more than simple will-power. It requires … Continue reading →

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This Year, Will it be Linus or Lucy?

Posted on December 24, 2012 by cchrisholland

I’ve always appreciated the work of Charles M. Shultz…especially the Charlie Brown Christmas special. You remember the story; Charlie Brown was depressed from the commercialization of Christmas and Linus steps in at just the right moment to bring light to … Continue reading →

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It Happened on a Friday…

Posted on December 18, 2012 by cchrisholland

I love Fridays. They’re usually days filled with a sense of accomplishment and anticipation of good things ahead…but not so last week… On Friday, our nation was shocked by the news of a heinous act in Newtown, Ct. at Sandy Hook … Continue reading →

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Before Slicing the Turkey…

Posted on November 20, 2012 by cchrisholland

As we gather with family and friends for Thanksgiving, the first 4 verses of Psalm 105 is a great help in preparing our thoughts…  “Give thanks to the LORD. Call on His name; make known among the nations what He … Continue reading →

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The One Post-Election Thought I’m Moving Forward With

Posted on November 14, 2012 by cchrisholland

After 1,000 different post-election thoughts, here’s the one I’m moving forward with:  “I press toward the goal of the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Therefore let us, as many as are mature, have this mind…” … Continue reading →

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Screaming at T-Ball Games

Posted on October 30, 2012 by cchrisholland

Ok, I admit it. I scream at T-Ball games. Thankfully it’s not at the officials, (uh, except that one time, sorry Blue), but it’s screaming nonetheless. You see, I helped coach our son’s T-Ball team during “fall ball” and it … Continue reading →

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The Sarcastic Post I Almost Wrote

Posted on October 23, 2012 by cchrisholland

There are days when my concerns manifest themselves in ways less than God’s best; such was the case recently. It was a sarcastic post I was writing called “How to be a Mediocre Christian”. At the time it seemed like … Continue reading →

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The Armor of God Prayer

Posted on October 15, 2012 by cchrisholland

Father, with the upcoming battles today being spiritual in nature, please help me to… Buckle          “14a…truth like a belt around [my] waist,” Strap on         “14b…righteousness like armor on [my] chest,” Lace up boots of           “15…readiness with the gospel of peace,” Firmly hold         “16…the shield … Continue reading →

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Navigating Life by the Moment

Posted on October 13, 2012 by cchrisholland

Concerning money, it’s been said if you watch the pennies; the dollars will take care of themselves. I believe it can also be said if we focus on the moments; the days will take care of themselves. I’ve realized I … Continue reading →

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Wondering about God’s Plan

Posted on October 1, 2012 by cchrisholland

Life often doesn’t make sense. People, circumstances, and timing can lead us to wonder what God is doing. In the early part of the 1st century, the Jewish people still talked of the Messiah’s coming, but generations had come and … Continue reading →

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When Prayer Seems Unanswered

Posted on September 18, 2012 by cchrisholland

Have you ever felt like your prayer was going unanswered? Maybe an on-going situation or need for God’s provision? I remember a particular time in my life when I really wondered what the silence meant. I struggled to reconcile the … Continue reading →

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Luke’s Model of Great Christian Writing

Posted on September 11, 2012 by cchrisholland

Imagine the answers in 40 A.D. if you’d gone around asking people their input on “Jesus of Nazareth”…kind of an ancient “Google search”. In addition to accurate testimony, there would have been wild stories, odd “explanations” and mythical tales. That … Continue reading →

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Beware of “Free Lunches”

Posted on September 4, 2012 by cchrisholland

One summer, some discarded peaches at the edge of our yard turned into a “free lunch” for some June Bugs. I noticed in another part of the yard, birds were watching. When the bugs began taking advantage of the feast, … Continue reading →

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An Everyday Kind of Joy

Posted on August 31, 2012 by cchrisholland

I’m often blessed by men and women with the attitude described below by Oswald Chambers. From time to time I return to his writings and today these words seem especially applicable. Choose today not to settle for what the world describes … Continue reading →

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We Can Trust Our Guide

Posted on August 30, 2012 by cchrisholland

I remember being dropped in an unfamiliar location with only a map and compass, along with instructions to find my way back to the assembly area. Needless to say, it was a challenge, but all part of the learning experience. I … Continue reading →

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Jesus on Facebook, Twitter and Blogs

Posted on August 27, 2012 by cchrisholland

Recently, while reading a Christian leader’s blog, I couldn’t help but wonder, “What kind of posts would Jesus write?” Would He be direct? Sarcastic? Critical? Hmmm…I wonder. Obviously social media wasn’t around then, but there was social-networking, and His ministry … Continue reading →

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Do You Have Marriage “Ground Rules”?

Posted on August 14, 2012 by cchrisholland

In conversations with couples, I’ve found an interesting thing. Many have never discussed the “Ground Rules” of their marriage and home. There may be hopes and expectations, but that’s simply not enough. If you don’t have some predetermined boundaries, then … Continue reading →

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