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Introduction Less than one week away. One bullet per year. Focus & Relaxation. Focus on target, slowly squeezing trigger. Breathing, don’t flinch. It requires an outward and inward balance. Prayer has an upward and inward balance. Last week, outward / upward focus. The breath to center us on the Heavenly…

Introduction Visiting Frank Lucas in DC. We spoke differently because of our relationship. Not just a representative in the US House, but a friend and neighbor. Your conversations is related to your relationships. True for prayer life as well. Jesus has stated “how not to pray…” Last week “why we pray…”…

Introduction First awkward conversations with someone you liked? Learning to have a conversation. Observation, Correction, and experimentation. As we mature, we get more comfortable. Same is true for prayer. Prayer in intentional communication with God. Jesus has given correction: “Beware of practicing…

Introduction [Ashes] “Holy man” in a far eastern city, covered with ashes. Sitting on a prominent street corner. Tourists, reapply ashes to “give the best image of destitution and humility.” “A great deal of religion amounts to nothing more than rearranging religious “ashes” to impress the world with…

Introduction Duke Frederick in As You Like It. [Stage Picture] Thrill of acting. Laugh, cry, think. But, mostly applause! The thrill isn’t unique to the stage and screen. Motivation of attention. Jesus calls His disciples to be whole. For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes…

Introduction Retaliation at Falls Creek. Turning off hot water heater to koolaid in shower heads to stealing clothing and bedding. Retaliation is nothing new. About a year ago, we looked at the life of Samson ( Judges 14-15 ) His riddle led to a threat and him striking down 30 men. Then after his almost…

Introduction Halloween stores have opened. Decorations and candy and pumpkins are now available. [Costume image] When a ghost or pirate or superhero knocks on your door, you’ll know that’s not really Casper or Jack Sparrow or Ironman. We have a healthy level of skepticism on days like that. Unfortunately,…

Introduction Destructive forces: Tornadoes, Hurricanes, Floods, Earthquakes. Sin is destructive . Murder / Anger last week. Adultery / Sexual sin today. Destroys families, relationships, reputations, ministries. How do we deal with adultery and its source? Jesus’s next teaching on what it looks like…