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writings from Christa Threlfall
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How is Jesus the Good Shepherd?
If Jesus Christ had come to earth only to obey orders, he would have left when things started going south. This is why He contrasts Himself with “a hired hand” in John 10: “He who is a hired hand and not a shepherd, who does not own the sheep, sees the wolf coming and leaves…
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Anything You Do Was God’s Idea First (& other truths I’ve learned about work)
If you are reading this right now, you have work to do. I’m not only talking about a paid job but any work you do—paid or unpaid, noticed or behind the scenes. I spend my days working on many things; most of my tasks do not result in a paycheck. Payment does not validate work;…
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My 10 Favorite Songs of 2023
My 10 Favorite Songs of 2023
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The 12 Best Books I Read in 2023
12 of the best books I read in 2023
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Is Jesus Your Reason for the Season?
For as much as we say Christmas is about Christ and “Jesus is the reason for the season,” we sure do a good job making it about a lot of other things. Here’s how you know if Jesus is your reason for the season:
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5 Words that Calm My Anxiety
When my mind is in overdrive, here are five words that refocus and calm my anxious heart.
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When You’re Envious of Others
Here’s the dark, ugly truth: I used to be envious of people who wrote spiritual articles (like I do) and got more attention than me. I told you it was ugly. Here’s how God changed me.
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A Thank You to My Church Family
5 years into the New Hampshire life… my precious church deserves a thank you, and my faithful God deserves all the credit.
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