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discouragement

We can’t really complain if…

March 17, 2025March 16, 2025 / Matthew Ruttan / Leave a comment

There are things in the world we would like to be different. We look around at the state of things and can become discouraged.However, this can be an opportunity. First, we can remember that God is sovereign. The pages of Scripture bellow the wonderful almightiness of God. He is the same yesterday, today and forever. He … Continue reading We can’t really complain if…

Discouragement is a comma, not a period

January 7, 2021January 6, 2021 / Matthew Ruttan / Leave a comment

There’s a movie that some people watch every year: It’s A Wonderful Life. There’s a scene right at the start of the movie where we overhear what is supposed to be a conversation between God and a guardian angel named Clarence. “A man down on earth needs our help,” God says, referring to George Bailey. … Continue reading Discouragement is a comma, not a period

A nicotine-tinged dog and spiritual progress

July 5, 2019July 4, 2019 / Matthew Ruttan / Leave a comment

Being aware of your flaws can make you feel bad about your spiritual progress. But what if this awareness was actually a good thing? Let me explain. When Tim Chester was growing up he had a small, white dog. One day it snowed and the dog went outside. That’s when Tim noticed that his dog … Continue reading A nicotine-tinged dog and spiritual progress

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