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Listening for the Voice of Love
The voice of love is often a gentle and quiet voice.
Sam Caldwell
5 days ago3 min read


Finding the Lost
By Tim Brandon Many years ago my mom’s stepbrother and wife stopped by to visit our family as they would do on occasion. Danny was her stepbrother’s name. When he and Dad got together, they would commiserate on their times in the Service. Danny had served in the Army, while Dad had served in the Marines. There was often friendly banter between the two. At the time, both men were smokers, and their discussion about the effects of smoking turned into a competition. I think what
Tim Brandon
5 days ago3 min read


Unity in God's Kingdom
A prophetic vision the Lord gave Sara Hunter
Sara Hunter
Sep 68 min read


Unlimited Forgiveness
Resources from Philip Chamberlain's sermon on "Unlimited Forgiveness"
Philip Chamberlain
Sep 31 min read


Lord's Supper – Resources
Here are some resources on the "real presence" view of the Lord's Supper, on why it is most compatible with biblical truth, and on why our church practices this approach to communion:
Sam Caldwell
Aug 31 min read


Discerning Your Spiritual Gifts
8 tips for discerning spiritual gifts
Sam Caldwell
Aug 32 min read


The Christ-Filled Life of Patrick
Some highlights from the autobiography of Patrick
Sam Caldwell
Mar 175 min read


C. S. Lewis on Illuminated Sonship
Passages from C. S. Lewis on the mutual indwelling of the believer and God
Sam Caldwell
Mar 33 min read


The Glories of Church Membership
Why become a church member?
Sam Caldwell
Feb 147 min read


Chapter 4: Looking Unto Jesus
Chapter 4 of the book ONE THING
Sam Caldwell
Feb 33 min read


Chapter 3: The Longings of Love
Chapter 3 of the book ONE THING
Sam Caldwell
Feb 22 min read


Chapter 2: Jesus Redirects Our Lives toward Love
In John 14:15, Christ says, “If you love me, keep my commandments.” When you read that, slow down and hear the first part of the verse. Just hear Jesus saying, “ If you love me… ” What a life-changing IF! Is it true? Do you love Him? What a wonderful Jesus – that He would simplify our lives in this way of love. Do you remember when He asked Peter three times, “Do you love me?” (John 21:15–19). He was kneading the love dough in Peter’s heart. Do you remember when t
Sam Caldwell
Feb 22 min read


Chapter 1: The Simplicity of Loving Jesus
The love of God is the most central and supreme thing in life. God’s love for us, and our love for God, are the most important things we could ever dwell on. But oh, how easily we complicate our lives! And everything else seems to crowd out the love of God. We think of almost every other little thing before we stop and say, “I love you, Jesus. I love you, Lord!” Recently, I was arrested by this thought: Why do people become followers of Jesus in the first place? Why are w
Sam Caldwell
Feb 22 min read


O Fire of the Spirit, Comforter – by Hildegard of Bingen
This beautiful hymn to the Holy Spirit was written by the German abbess, Hildegard of Bingen, who lived AD 1098–1179. Translation by Sam Caldwell. 1. O Fire of the Spirit, Comforter, Life of every life created! Holy are you, giving life to forms. Holy are you, anointing the critically broken. Holy are you, cleansing the festering wounds. 2. O Breath of holiness, O Fire of love, O sweet Taste within the breast, that floods the heart with the good smell of virtue. O purest Fo
Sam Caldwell
Jan 261 min read


Gold from Irenaeus
Some beautiful quotes from this early church writer.
Sam Caldwell
Jan 234 min read


True Grace
What is true grace? A safety net, or a trampoline?
Sam Caldwell
Jan 211 min read


God's Heart for Physical Healing
A "flow chart" to help in prayer for physical healing.
Sam Caldwell
Jan 1916 min read


Free, Inspiring Christian Documentaries
Here are some excellent Christian documentaries, available for free on Youtube!
Sam Caldwell
Jan 191 min read


Loved by the God of Love
Love is the burning ember at the center of our life in Christ.
Sam Caldwell
Jan 192 min read


The Way of Love Triumphs over Legalism – A Manifesto
Legalism or Love?
Sam Caldwell
Jan 195 min read
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