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The Empty Promise of Fundamentalism
The rigidity of Fundamentalism offers security to the fearful and uncertain, but it's a promise it cannot deliver.
Jan 9
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When the New Year Isn't New
The fact that the calendar turns doesn't mean our circumstances do. But only for a time.
Jan 1
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Douglas Van Nest
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Holiness in Dirt and Straw
Holy love does not live in distant isolation. It always descends and draws near.
Dec 24, 2025
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Douglas Van Nest
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Secret Conversations and Hidden Motives
Herod tried to hide his character through backroom discussions and false pretenses. The truth always comes out.
Dec 17, 2025
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Douglas Van Nest
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Seeing Jesus While Waiting for Jesus
In Advent, we express our longing for Jesus to come again. But do we see him in the here and now?
Dec 10, 2025
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Douglas Van Nest
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Don't Let Go of Everything
Advent reminds us that letting go of our hurt does not mean letting go of our hope for justice.
Dec 1, 2025
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Douglas Van Nest
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Firebrands and Unwanted Gifts
The bold and courageous prophets of our day are needed, but often unwelcome.
Nov 20, 2025
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Douglas Van Nest
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A Prayer for the Unsettled in Spirit
When our spirit is unsettled, we think decisive action will fix it. Probably not.
Nov 13, 2025
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Douglas Van Nest
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