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Saying No to More

Look, as a parent of three boys who love basketball, I know the temptation all too well. More games, more teams, more exposure. It’s easy to think that more of everything equals better results, right? Wrong. We’ve learned the hard way that…

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God Uses Broken Vessels: Lessons from Failure in Sports, Dating, and Life

In life, especially for young people navigating sports or relationships, failure can feel overwhelming. Whether it's losing a game or facing rejection in dating, these setbacks often make us feel inadequate. But what if failure is part of a bigger plan? What…

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Running the Race: How Hebrews 12 Guides Us Through Trials

In our journey of faith, we often encounter both seasons of rest and moments of wrestling. The tension between these two experiences can feel overwhelming, yet it is through this dynamic that we grow spiritually. Hebrews 12 offers profound insights into the…

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Douglas R. Fiely

In 2003, I stepped into my first college class, and there he was—Douglas Fiely, my instructor. From day one, he called my last name like it had an Italian rhythm to it, never faltering, as if he knew something about me that…

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The Biblical Case Against Abortion

Abortion has been a topic of heated debate, and many use the Bible to argue both for and against it. But as we delve into the text and its deeper meanings, a clear, consistent case emerges: the Bible values life from the…

Family
The Father-Son Connection: Bronny, LeBron, and the Divine Parallel

In recent years, the sports world has been captivated by the possibility of LeBron James playing alongside his son, Bronny James, in the NBA. The media buzz is palpable, with countless articles and debates centered around this potential historic moment. But why…

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Thieves don’t rob empty houses.

Athletes are not simply admired for their strengths, but also constantly targeted for attacks in the world of sports. In John 10:10, the enemy is likened to a thief who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy rather than nurture or build. In…

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If the prodigal son doesn’t leave the pigs its impossible to forgive.

In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, found in Luke 15:11–32, Jesus delivers a powerful message about forgiveness, redemption, and the transformative power of self-reflection. The forgiving father serves as a beautiful portrayal of God's unwavering love for His lost children. However,…

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How Bryan’s Girls Basketball Gave Us a Glimpse of Something Better

I'll be honest - it was a beautiful experience watching the community rally around the Bryan Girls team. The spirit they carried led to a group of people coming together to accomplish a goal. I have always believed that at the heart…

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Mission of the Church

The mission of the Church is not to transform culture, but rather to transform sinners. - Jimmy Fry This mission is narrow and focused, as the Church's primary goal is to bring individuals into a right relationship with God. The transformation of…