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Facing a World Without My Daddy
As I was checking out at one of my favorite shops, Homegoods, I could sense a breakdown coming on. I just kept holding in my tears as best as I could but my hands were shaking and I felt exhausted and weak. Why had I come? What was I doing anyway? I mean, it had only been the day before that I was with my daddy when he drew his final breath on this earth. So, what was I thinking driving to Homegoods and trying to look just like any of the other shoppers in there? My world was
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We Can't Know It All: Thoughts From the Ascension of Jesus
The ascension of Jesus is such an amazing part of the gospel message. He completes His earthly work and ascends back to Heaven. However,...
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What Will People Think?: Why Fretting Over The Opinions of Others is Pure Folly
We've all been there. You're about to post something online, or wear a particular outfit, or express an unconventional opinion, and...
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May 25, 20253 min read


Making The Assembly A Priority: Why Attending Church Services Matters
In our fast-paced world, it's easy to let things slip. Our schedules fill up, demands pull us in every direction, and sometimes,...
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Fire Starters: 4 Great Evangelists That Changed the World
A soul-winning sermon series can inspire a congregation to actively share their faith and reach out to those who do not know Christ....
Ray Reynolds
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Don’t Quench The Spirit
In the churches of Christ we ride the wave of an incredible L2L weekend each Easter. In my opinion, Lads to Leaders is the greatest work...
Ray Reynolds
Apr 21, 20254 min read


No Strings Attached: Why Don't Churches of Christ Use Mechanical Instruments in Worship?
Imagine stepping into a first-century Christian gathering. You’d likely find a humble space, perhaps a large upper room in a private...
Ray Reynolds
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What Would the Apostles Do? Restoring New Testament Christianity
Remember when WWJD was popular in our culture? When it first took root? I may be dating myself, but in my teens everyone wanted a...
Ray Reynolds
Mar 31, 20255 min read


The Father Has Sent Me
As a child when we heard a sibling cry out, “Dad told me to come and get you!” We automatically wondered if we were in trouble. I was...
Ray Reynolds
Mar 24, 20252 min read


STRUGGLING FOR CONNECTION: Coping With R.A.D.
Imagine a child who shrinks away from a comforting hug, or who seems indifferent to a parent's attempts to soothe them. This isn't just...
Ray Reynolds
Mar 23, 20253 min read


BEYOND THE BLUES: Coping With SAD
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons – it's also sometimes referred to as...
Ray Reynolds
Mar 22, 20252 min read


BREAKING FREE: Overcoming Panic Disorder
That sudden wave of terror, the racing heart, the feeling of impending doom – if you've experienced a panic attack, you know how utterly...
Ray Reynolds
Mar 21, 20253 min read


T.T.F.N. (TA TA FOR NOW): Understanding Separation Anxiety
We've all seen it: the clinging toddler, the tearful dog left at the vet, or even the lump in our own throats when a loved one departs....
Ray Reynolds
Mar 20, 20253 min read


FACING YOUR FEARS: A Guide to Overcoming Phobias
Phobias. That icy grip of fear, the racing heart, the overwhelming urge to flee. Whether it's spiders, heights, or public speaking,...
Ray Reynolds
Mar 19, 20253 min read


THE TIGHTROPE WALK: Navigating Social Anxiety
That flutter in your stomach before a presentation. The dread of walking into a crowded room. The constant replay of awkward interactions...
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Mar 18, 20253 min read


A Call For Openness
Transparency in church leadership: it's a phrase that sparks a multitude of reactions, from fervent support to wary skepticism. In an age...
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Seeking Common Ground
The Bible consistently warns about being divisive. In Proverbs 6:16-19 it says God hates those who sow “discord among brothers."
Ray Reynolds
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Building Bridges, Not Walls
It’s important for churches to strive for peace with one another. How can we maintain our autonomous nature and work together?
Ray Reynolds
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Love God & Love People
The Ten Commandments are foundational to Judeo-Christian ethics. These ten commands have profoundly shaped Western moral and legal...
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Divorce Recovery
Several times a week I am contacted by individuals trying to recover from a divorce. Misty and I have spent the last four years trying to...
Ray Reynolds
Feb 21, 20254 min read
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