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The Sins Of The Parent(s)

Posted on 28 November 2022 by Ben

There’s a sect of folks in Christianity that believe in what is called “generational sin”. In this view, God visits the sins of parents on their children without the child having committed such sin. An example of this would be … Continue reading →

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Heartfelt Mind-Meld: An Ending…Dream!

Posted on 16 April 2017 by Ben

Hebrews 11:6, “And without faith, it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him.” (empahsis mine) Dream.  To be honest, I just don’t dream … Continue reading →

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A Heartfelt Mind-Meld: Confessions…

Posted on 10 January 2016 by Ben

You know, the Bible says we are to confess our sins, one to another.  But this is a bit of a different confession.  I started this blog as a place where all my nerdy observations of life, things God placed … Continue reading →

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A Heartfelt Mind-Meld: The Desert

Posted on 8 December 2014 by Ben

“The whole congregation of the sons of Israel grumbled against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness.  The sons of Israel said to them, ‘Would that we had died by the Lord’s hand in the land of Egypt, when we sat … Continue reading →

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No-Win Scenarios

Posted on 12 October 2014 by Ben

“I don’t believe in no-win scenarios.” – Capt. James T. Kirk When I was growing up, I often heard, “Nope, can’t do that!”  I didn’t hear it from people trying to tell me what I could or could not do … Continue reading →

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A Heartfelt Mind-Meld: Dark Days and Comfort

Posted on 30 September 2014 by Ben

Did you know that to comfort also means to strengthen? Did you know that a comfort is something that strengthens you? I definitely didn’t! I thought comfort was something that simply made you feel good, not something that was supposed … Continue reading →

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A Heartfelt Mind-Meld: He trains my hands!

Posted on 18 September 2014 by Ben

“Blessed be the Lord, my rock, who trains my hands for war, and my fingers for battle;” – Psalm 144:1 I have a friend who is a military/war buff.  He signed up on 9/11, and he loves to serve his … Continue reading →

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A Heartfelt Mind-Meld: Brokenness

Posted on 31 August 2014 by Ben

Have you felt the pain inflicted by the Lord? — “He said to him the third time, ‘…do you love Me?’” (John 21:17)  Have you ever felt the pain, inflicted by the Lord, at the very center of your being, … Continue reading →

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Over the years, I have often sought out Men’s Bible Studies at my church for the purpose of fellowship with other men and growing with God.  I encourage you to find a Men’s Bible Study that you can attend, even … Continue reading →

Posted on 26 August 2014 by Ben | Leave a comment

A Heartfelt Mind-Meld: Who Are You?

Posted on 23 August 2014 by Ben

In the 1987 Robocop flick, there is a scene that resonates in my mind to this very day. In it, one of the criminals who killed Officer Murphy (who is now Robocop) is knocking over a gas station. Robocop shows … Continue reading →

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