Category Archives: God’s Strength

Posted on February 9, 2024 by pastorpstephens

This week in chapel, we talked about a passage of scripture from Philippians chapter 4. Paul is writing to the church and he gives Christians a couple of very important exhortations, “Rejoice always… and don’t worry.” I find it interesting … Continue reading →

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Do Not Grow Weary of Doing Good

Posted on January 22, 2022 by pastorpstephens

The latest Covid surge has really taken a toll on people who work in the healthcare and retail service industries. Many hospitals and other medical providers are having a hard time keeping up with the number of patients they serve … Continue reading →

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Posted on December 11, 2021 by pastorpstephens

I was visiting with someone recently and they asked me what I was going to preach on this weekend. I gave them the scripture reference and a Cliff Notes version of the sermon and they shared some of their thoughts … Continue reading →

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A Prayer for Some Friends

Posted on September 25, 2021 by pastorpstephens

I spent the past week preparing for a couple of memorial services.  Please pray for the families of these individuals.  In preparation for the services, I looked over some old songs and poems I had written.  Here is one that … Continue reading →

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Get Recharged

Posted on August 7, 2021 by pastorpstephens

I had planned on mowing the yard the other evening but when I went to get the mower out of the garage, I noticed that the battery was not charged.  I have an electric mower and I had forgotten to … Continue reading →

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God is Able

Posted on July 17, 2021 by pastorpstephens

I was helping with a chapel service the other day at the hospital where I work and one of the songs we sang was “God is able.”  It was a beautiful song and a great reminder of the faith and … Continue reading →

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A Beautiful Reflection

Posted on June 28, 2021 by pastorpstephens

I love pictures of a calm, serene lake reflecting the beautiful and majestic scenery that surrounds it.  In such pictures, the calmer the water, the more beautiful the reflection.  I believe the same principle holds true for us spiritually.  The … Continue reading →

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Taking Flight

Posted on May 17, 2021 by pastorpstephens

Today I have been reflecting on a quote from Maya Angelou.  She says, “We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” I love that quote and I … Continue reading →

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The Power of Proper Thinking

Posted on April 29, 2021 by pastorpstephens

This week, the power of positive thinking and how it shapes our planning, our efforts and our expectations has been on my mind.  I have had a lot of coaches over the years who have shared their favorite quotes and … Continue reading →

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Wait on the Lord

Posted on December 4, 2020 by pastorpstephens

At the end of the year, I will be retiring from the insurance claims job I have been working at for over 30 years.  Our company has offered some of us old-timers the opportunity to take advantage of an early … Continue reading →

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