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Unplug to put things in perspective

Unplug to put things in perspective

I was recently in the Sawtooth Mountains of Idaho where I’d joined my brothers for their mule deer hunt. Being in the mountains and being disconnected from the news – family, church, community and the world alike, as we had no cell service –  put things in...

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The power of praying in Jesus’ name

I’ve been thinking about why we pray in Jesus’ name and the difference it makes in our prayer. The why of praying in Jesus’ name is straightforward: Jesus tells us to. “You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.” This also speaks to the difference...

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The happiest place on earth? It’s not Disney.

The happiest place on earth? It’s not Disney.

Where’s your happy place? The beach on a warm summer day? A quiet spot at the coffeeshop where you can read uninterrupted? A party where the conversation and food are flowing? The Washington Post recently analyzed some data about where people are most happy, and the...

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What’s God’s address?

It is said that how you addresses God is a reflection of your conception of God. Scripture models a number of ways to address God, but Jesus encouraged us to address God as “Our Father in Heaven.” Doing so highlights three things worth remembering when talking to God....

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Finding refreshment through repentance

I hit this year running and am already tired, so I’ve been thinking about how to refresh and recharge. Ideas like time on a trout stream come to mind, but I’m learning to distrust my thinking and to lean into God’s word instead. And God’s word offers a surprising...

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Jesus’ word to those who have wandered and want to return

Jesus’ word to those who have wandered and want to return

You’ve strayed from Jesus. Now what? Are you hesitating to turn to Him because you’re not sure how (or if) He will receive you? Maybe you think He’ll be disappointed, stern, angry. Maybe you think that He won’t even want you back. Don’t believe it.  Jesus once told a...

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Nominations needed to help select next slate of leaders

One of the most important tasks and opportunities of covenant partners at First Pres is to select the three to six at-large members of the Nominating Committee each year. These members of the 2023 Nominating Committee will be elected by you in February. The Nominating...

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Team returns from Hurricane Ian relief trip in Florida

https://youtu.be/3CF2iQ_7ano Six of First Pres’ covenant partners recently returned from a weeklong trip to Englewood, Florida, where they partnered with Samaritan’s Purse to provide cleanup from Hurricane Ian, which devastated parts of Florida during the fall. The...

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