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Guarding Our Peace
Choosing God’s Way of Positivity Dear friends in faith, There comes a time in every life of faith when we must decide what kind of energy we will nurture within us. The world around us is noisy—filled with complaints, comparisons, and endless chatter that pulls our hearts away from the…
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Walking the Road of Loss
Love Remembered Scripture: Luke 24:13–35Key verse: “Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him; and he vanished from their sight.” (v.31) Walking the Road of Loss The story opens with two disciples walking toward Emmaus—tired, heartbroken, and unsure of what comes next. They had loved Jesus deeply. They had…
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The Courage of Peacemakers: Transforming Conflict
PEACE IS ACTIVE, NOT PASSIVE Scripture: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” (Matthew 5:9) Why it matters Jesus did not say, “Blessed are the peacekeepers”—those who avoid conflict at all costs. He said, “Blessed are the peacemakers.” A peacemaker does the hard work of…
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THE SWORD DESTROYS ITS HOLDER
THE SWORD DESTROYS ITS HOLDER Scripture: “Put your sword back into its place. For all who take the sword will perish by the sword.” (Matthew 26:52) When Jesus was arrested, Peter drew his sword to defend Him. But Jesus said, “No.” Violence would not save Him, nor the world. For…
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Overcoming Fear
KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS Peter walked on water—until he didn’t. He saw the waves, he felt the wind, and fear swallowed him whole. Down he went. We know this story because it is ours. We start strong. We commit. We trust. And then? We notice the storm. Bills pile…
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Embracing Challenges
TRUST GOD IN THE STORM The disciples were battered by the waves long before Jesus showed up. The wind was against them. It was the fourth watch of the night—between 3:00 and 6:00 a.m. Exhaustion was real. Fear was raw. And that’s where Jesus showed up—on the water, in the…
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VENGEANCE IS A LIE
VENGEANCE IS A LIE Scripture: “You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other also.” (Matthew 5:38–39) For…
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Overcoming Comfort Zones
STEP OUT IN FAITH Faith begins with a step. Peter heard Jesus say one word: “Come.” And with that, he stepped out. The boat was safer. The water was deadly. But he stepped out anyway. Why does this matter? Because faith always feels risky. Abram leaving Haran was risky. Peter…
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The Lie of Vengeance and the Call to Peace
The Lie of Vengeance and the Call to Peace Violence always wants the last word.It takes a wound and multiplies it. It takes grief and makes it rage. We saw this again when Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during a public event. A wife lost her husband. Children lost…
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FREEDOM THROUGH SURRENDER – LETTING GO OF GRIEVANCES
FREEDOM THROUGH SURRENDER – LETTING GO OF GRIEVANCES Complaining never sets you free — but surrender does. When we don’t get our way, we grumble. We complain. It’s our way of clinging to control. We think that if we can voice our frustration loud enough, maybe the situation will bend…
Reverend Marco Ste-Marie 