Tag Archives: Devotional

Spiritual Road Rash

Posted on February 18, 2012 by cchrisholland

I have a scar on my right knee. As a matter of fact, I have several life-long souvenirs from up close encounters with the pavement via bikes, skateboards, etc. Spiritually speaking I also have similar reminders, but thankfully, following those over-the-handle-bars … Continue reading →

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Is it a Test or Temptation?

Posted on February 13, 2012 by cchrisholland

Often, a dilemma contains both; a test and a temptation. The trick of course is to identify one from the other. Let’s explore it by looking at a familiar story:  5Then Jesus lifted up His eyes, and seeing a great multitude … Continue reading →

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Beyond Stained Glass

Posted on February 8, 2012 by cchrisholland

I confess. During worship services as a kid, there were moments of day-dreaming (all spiritual of course). In my mind, there were endless amounts of exciting things happening on the other side of those stained glass windows. Right past the … Continue reading →

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Calling Fire from Heaven

Posted on February 2, 2012 by cchrisholland

Admit it. In the face of contemporary moral decline and agenda driven news, this thought has crossed your mind: “A little fire from heaven about now would make believers out of these people!” Well, you probably haven’t, but I admit … Continue reading →

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Does God Care?

Posted on January 30, 2012 by cchrisholland

Relationships, health, career, parenting…life can be FULL of fears. When we least expect it, confidence can get mushy as the clouds gather. So it was with the disciples in Mark 4. Remember the story… 35On the same day, when evening … Continue reading →

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Who’s the Real Deal?

Posted on January 23, 2012 by cchrisholland

Years ago, there was a Christian comedian with a very dramatic testimony of being delivered from Satanism. He was funny, told incredible stories, and I was a fan. Unfortunately, one day the truth came out how he’d fabricated most of … Continue reading →

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Ever Felt Judged?

Posted on January 17, 2012 by cchrisholland

Most of us have, and of course it’s not exactly a warm-fuzzy feeling. Worse yet, most of us have also been the one to judge others at some point. In Matthew 7, Jesus discusses judging. He directs us to the … Continue reading →

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“What do you seek?”

Posted on January 5, 2012 by cchrisholland

We all have questions. Even Jesus asked questions. As a matter of fact, He asked a lot of questions which are recorded in the gospels. The difference is purpose. He didn’t lack information, He was teaching. As the Master Teacher, … Continue reading →

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“It’s not my fault!”

Posted on December 20, 2011 by cchrisholland

How often do you hear that? With kids…daily, but as adults we still catch ourselves saying it. Does the Bible address personal responsibility? The simple answer…yes. Consider a passage I call the “unbreakable law” from Galatians… “Do not be deceived, … Continue reading →

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The Everyday Life

Posted on November 16, 2011 by cchrisholland

Over the years, the words of Oswald Chambers have greatly impacted me. For some reason, I feel compelled to share a quote I read this morning and a thought: “We have a tendency to look for wonder in our experience, … Continue reading →

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