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Refrigerators and churches

Years ago, we needed to replace our refrigerator. My first stop was to the closest mega hardware store. It didn’t take long to find a ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Wednesday, July 25, 2018 8:11 pm

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The stranger who entered the church

The stranger who entered the church was young and new to the community, struggling with her faith, with her identity and facing serious problems. She ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, July 19, 2018 7:50 am

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Softball, three men and a creek

Years ago, several members of our church suggested we join a church softball league. I was concerned. “Church leagues have a reputation for being more ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, July 12, 2018 7:23 am

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Faith and Baseball conclusion

My final message before retirement, applied what I learned from scripture and baseball to recreate a game between Major League All Stars against the staff ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, July 5, 2018 7:57 am

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Faith and baseball — Part 2

I grew up playing and watching baseball. For my final message before retirement, I applied what I learned from Scripture and from baseball to recreate ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 28, 2018 9:30 am

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Faith and baseball

I grew up playing and watching baseball. For my final message before retirement, I attempted to apply what I learned from Scripture and from baseball ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 21, 2018 7:52 am

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Eight scholarships, eight lessons

Years ago, eight high school seniors received a college scholarship. In addition to being intelligent these students were chosen because they were the first in ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 14, 2018 7:55 am

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Ten books of summer — Part 2

“Ten Books for Summer” has become an annual tradition. I read a lot and love to recommend books to others. So, why not share? Here ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 7, 2018 8:19 am

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Five books to read for the summer

I read a lot and love to recommend books to others. “Ten books for summer” has become an annual tradition. So, why not share? Here ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 31, 2018 7:31 am

Columns

Church: more than a social club

A young woman named Sarah comes to a church service for the first time. No one knows who she is or why she’s there. She ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 24, 2018 8:17 am

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Learning to laugh at me

The morning devotion by Sarah Young said: “Learn to laugh at yourself more freely. Don’t take yourself or your circumstances so seriously.” I would soon ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 17, 2018 7:47 am

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Knocked down by a wall?

I said to the congregation “We need three strong volunteers,” for our Sunday children’s message. Hesitantly, (I have a reputation for embarrassing folks) three men ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 10, 2018 11:03 am

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Dreaming big and the ‘Prayer of Jabez’

Diane Sawyer, former co-anchor for, “Good Morning America” talked in Guidepost magazine about meeting Catherine Marshall, the famous author. Expecting a typical pep talk, Diane ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 3, 2018 12:23 pm

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Becoming a tough encourager

Years ago, before becoming a pastor, I was perilously close to being fired. My job as a manager began with such promise. I moved the ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, April 26, 2018 9:48 am

Columns

Praying for me

Christian Today, “Dear God, please teach me, keep me, hold me, help me. I want to be better than I was yesterday. Amen. This is ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, April 19, 2018 11:15 am

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Jesus and a bag of mulch

I needed a bag of mulch at the discount store but the cashier discovered a hole in the bag so someone was sent to bring ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, April 12, 2018 7:15 am

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Clipping and dipping – tweet, tweet, tweet

Years ago, during my Monday morning quiet time with God, I was mentally rehashing the events of Easter Sunday and the spirit of enthusiasm blowing ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, April 5, 2018 10:46 am

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Church fire leads to miracle rebirth

One Friday morning, years ago, Tabernacle United Methodist Church in Amelia County burned to the ground. All that remained were cement steps leading to a ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 29, 2018 9:45 am

Columns

A conclusion to angry Jesus

A man was standing at a busy intersection wearing a sign: “I cheated. This is my punishment.” When interviewed, he said, “I’m wearing the sign ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 22, 2018 8:16 am

SOWING SEEDS

When Jesus gets angry

I asked a group of youth. “How would you describe Jesus in one or two words?” They chimed in quickly with words such as: love, ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 15, 2018 2:05 pm

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Simple prayers

A recent devotion listed ten short, simple prayers. Pause for a few moments and say each prayer out loud. Can you picture yourself using each ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 8, 2018 8:57 am

Columns

Give it away?

Recently, Mell and I moved from a three-story house full of furniture, mementos and stuff to a small condominium less than half the size. So, ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 1, 2018 10:22 am

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Understanding Korea: Ministry to the poor

How can South Korea be so rich as a nation yet have so many who are poor, especially the elderly? Nearly 50 percent of South ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, February 22, 2018 8:45 am

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Understanding Korea: Churches and testimonies

The Winter Olympics are in Pyeongchang-gun, South Korea. Several years ago, I accompanied a group of pastors to nearby Seoul to meet with churches and ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, February 15, 2018 8:54 am

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Understanding Korea

The 2018 Winter Olympics will be in Pyeongchang-gun, South Korea from Feb. 9-25. Several years ago, I accompanied a group of pastors to nearby Seoul, ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, February 8, 2018 8:57 am

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Considering suicide and responses

Last week: “I know I just sent in a prayer request, but I am scared. I am not afraid to die. I am afraid to ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, February 1, 2018 8:14 am

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Considering suicide

Years ago, I received an email: “Please pray. I know God is my Savior. I know nothing is impossible, but I am overwhelmed. I know ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, January 25, 2018 9:08 am

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