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SOWING SEEDS

Victory to despair to faith

Our business enjoyed the best year ever. We shattered every sales record. Profits were exceptional. We even set a record for fewest customer complaints. It ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, September 5, 2019 3:42 pm

SOWING SEEDS

Vengeance or forgiveness?

He told our group at church that his son was murdered during a robbery and the perpetrator was going on trial in a few days. ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Sunday, September 1, 2019 10:30 am

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Church miracles

“Church is boring!” some would say. At times, maybe, but the following stories happened to real people in churches I served. Similar stories could be ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Friday, August 16, 2019 5:00 am

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Failure and the Wesley Brothers

• “Failure should be our teacher, not our undertaker. Failure is delay, not defeat. It is a temporary detour, not a dead end. Failure is ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Friday, August 9, 2019 5:00 am

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Brokenness to reconciliation

On our first visit, after a few moments, she began to weep. “I’m so sorry.” For the next hour, I heard a sad story of ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Friday, August 2, 2019 5:00 am

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Church meeting becomes a Holy moment

Most church meetings start with someone sharing a devotion by reading an excerpt from the Bible or telling a story — yawn! One church leader ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Monday, July 29, 2019 5:00 am

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Spinach Theology

I grew up watching Popeye the Sailor cartoons. Each episode usually centered on someone, namely Brutus messing with Popeye’s girl, Olive Oyl. Popeye would take ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, July 18, 2019 8:12 am

Columns

Embracing better health

I was videotaping messages about upcoming events at our church. One person wrote and suggested filming future messages from above so people would not see ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Friday, July 12, 2019 5:00 am

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A challenge: prayer, care, share

Question: How do we take God’s amazing grace outside our church walls? How do we focus more on bearing fruit for Christ? How can I ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Friday, July 5, 2019 5:00 am

Columns

Intimidation or politeness

The bright red finish and the cardboard license plates were clear indicators that the car in the fast-food restaurant parking lot was brand-new. The owner ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 27, 2019 9:45 am

SOWING SEEDS

The Church: Where did everyone go? Conclusion

Last week, a letter writer shared what he believed was wrong with the church, but then he offered this advice: “We (the church) need to ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 20, 2019 2:57 pm

Columns

The church: Where did everyone go?

Several years ago, I asked on Facebook: Why are so many people, especially young people walking away from church and/or God? I received candid answers. ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 13, 2019 1:42 pm

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Lessons from Spain

Recently, my wife and I took our first vacation abroad visiting Spain and Portugal. For me, the most exciting part of the tour was the ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, June 6, 2019 7:55 am

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Aprons and serving God

Wearing an apron is a practical symbol of service. Jesus wrapped a towel around him similar to an apron to wash the disciples’ feet. If ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 30, 2019 10:14 am

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A widow’s faith

Jesus watched rich people dropping gifts in the collection box. Then a poor widow came by and dropped in two small coins. “I tell you ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 23, 2019 7:53 am

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Welcome Sandi Patty

One of my favorite singers was Sandi Patty. Patty had a voice that seemed to reach the stratosphere and her songs combined great melodies and ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 16, 2019 7:44 am

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God’s church in action

Nick grew up in the church but walked away. Years later, Nick wanted to reconnect with God but couldn’t find the help he wanted at ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 9, 2019 8:31 am

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Anger and a brightly lit cross

I was angry? Why angry? I was attending a class at a retreat center along with other church leaders. The speaker was describing church attitudes ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, May 2, 2019 7:46 am

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Something cut me to the soul

Inspired by what she witnessed on a mission trip to Rwanda, Sara Groves wrote the following song: I saw what I saw, and I can’t ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, April 25, 2019 7:47 am

Columns

You’re invited

When I visit other churches, leaders tell me: “We struggle to have any influence in our community much less the world. We are small and ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, April 4, 2019 7:36 am

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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 28, 2019 8:23 am

Columns

Take up the cross and fly?

There is a parable about a wild goose shot down by a local hunter. Only wounded in one wing, the goose landed safely in a ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:58 am

SOWING SEEDS

Time for an audit

Mention the word, “audit” and watch a business leader cringe. Why? Well, it’s like a trip to the dentist office. You dread going but deep ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Tuesday, March 19, 2019 9:09 am

Columns

Methodist: United? Divisive? Pray!

Recent events have been traumatic for The United Methodist Church I love and serve. A called general conference of delegates from churches all over the ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, March 7, 2019 9:51 am

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Remembering Daisy

Daisy came into our home as a puppy 16 years ago. That first day, she seemed rather small, cuddly and quiet. Mell and I should ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Wednesday, February 27, 2019 6:08 pm

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Jesus, Lent and prayer

I am frequently asked: “What is Lent?” The season begins on Ash Wednesday and covers a period of approximately six weeks before Easter. The traditional ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, February 21, 2019 7:40 am

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Fly the plane

Eastern Airlines flight 401 was a scheduled flight from New York to Miami. On Dec. 29, 1972, the jumbo jet crashed near Miami causing 101 ... Read more

by Larry Davies, Thursday, February 14, 2019 9:34 am

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