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Family gathering around a Thanksgiving meal.

The Key to Experiencing Thanksgiving All Year Long

A few years ago I had a new revelation while writing Thanksgiving notes to some friends. In past years, I would say something like, "I'm thankful for YOU this Thanksgiving."…

Jim Buchan November 24, 2016

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Thanksgiving, God’s Kindness & the ‘Giving Back’ Question

I've never really liked the phrase "giving back." Maybe it's because we're often called to show kindness to complete strangers and people who aren't in a position to give us…

Jim Buchan November 22, 2016

Inspiration Politics & Culture

A Vision That Will Change Everything

Have you ever had a time when you realized your perspective was totally misguided? Perhaps you saw a relationship incorrectly, or you misjudged the leadership of your church. Or maybe…

Jim Buchan November 17, 2016

Blindfolded men examine an elephant from various angles.

Inspiration Politics & Culture

Daniel, the Blind Men, and the Election

"Every truth has two sides; it is as well to look at both, before we commit ourselves to either." -Aesop I recently studied the life of the Old Testament prophet…

Jim Buchan November 10, 2016

Girl walking on a path through autumn trees.

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New Births & New Beginnings

On January 25, 1969, I experienced the miracle of the new birth when I asked Jesus to be the Lord of my life. If you've never been born again, the…

Jim Buchan October 24, 2016

Elderly man in ancient attire by landscape.

Inspiration Leadership

Elijah’s Unanswered Prayer

Although the prophet Elijah is famous for his mighty prayers, I've always been more intrigued by the prayer God ignored. James 5:17-18 recounts Elijah's amazing feat in praying for Israel's…

Jim Buchan October 22, 2016