Tag Archives: Christianity

You Don’t Have to Walk Alone

Posted on October 25, 2025 by pastorpstephens

A friend of mine and I were talking about music a while back and they suggested writing a song which speaks of the hope and health available to everyone, but especially for someone who may be struggling with a mental … Continue reading →

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Do Not Forget

Posted on September 26, 2025 by pastorpstephens

I was watching a cartoon with the granddaughters a few years ago which explored the question, “Where does night come from?” As the characters began to discuss the possibilities and search out the answer, I asked the girls if they … Continue reading →

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Our Words Matter

Posted on August 29, 2025 by pastorpstephens

The preacher of a little country church had just finished hammering a sign into the ground by the side of the road next to the church that read, “Da end is near! Turn around now afore it’s too late!” About … Continue reading →

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Take Courage

Posted on July 12, 2025 by pastorpstephens

I spent three days this week in Kerrville serving as a chaplain along with some of my fellow chaplains from the state of Texas.  I listened to a lot of stories and lifted up a lot of prayers for people … Continue reading →

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The God of All Comfort

Posted on June 28, 2025 by pastorpstephens

This week in our chapel service, we talked about the fact that everyone experiences difficult times in life; times of sadness and sorrow. As a chaplain I have sat with many people who are hurting and listened as they shared … Continue reading →

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This is the Day

Posted on May 30, 2025 by pastorpstephens

I hope you have a blessed Friday! Earlier this week at work, I heard someone say, “I wish it was already Friday.” Their words reminded me of a conversation I had when I was a teenager working in a grocery … Continue reading →

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God Works In Us and Through Us

Posted on May 24, 2025 by pastorpstephens

I have been doing a devotional in the book of Exodus and this week I have been focusing on chapter 3. In this chapter, God tells Moses that He has heard the cries of His people who are in bondage … Continue reading →

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A Bold Proclamation

Posted on February 2, 2025 by pastorpstephens

I saw a haircut place a few years back that had a sign that instead of advertising bald fades had a sign that said “Bad Fades – $8.” I wanted to stop and go in and ask them how much … Continue reading →

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Draw Near

Posted on January 25, 2025 by pastorpstephens

I was thinking the other day about a time when my mother took me to college with her. I must have been four or five years old because I had not started school yet. She was enrolled in Texas Women’s … Continue reading →

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Every Sparrow

Posted on November 28, 2024 by pastorpstephens

I really do enjoy the fall season. The temperatures are much more pleasant and I love to see the leaves of the trees start to change color. Just being out in nature always seems to be relaxing and energizing at … Continue reading →

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