Tag: Jesus
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Reflection in the Dark Night
There are seasons where life begins to feel less like a straight path and more like standing in the middle of Ezekiel’s valley surrounded by dry bones. Not fresh loss. Old loss. Long exhaustion. Hidden burdens. Things that once looked alive now scattered across the landscape of responsibility, grief, disappointment, and fatigue. Sometimes the hardest…
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John 10: The Good Shepherd and the Claims of Christ
The study of John 10 focuses on Jesus’ claims as the Good Shepherd and the Gate, examining his confrontation with the Pharisees. Participants explore theological implications, including Jesus’ voluntary sacrifice and unity with the Father. The session emphasizes textual observation, interpretation, and practical application of these key themes for understanding faith and leadership.
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Joe Richey
Joe, a 40-year-old father with stage 4 colon cancer, endures physical pain while maintaining a positive, faith-driven outlook. His experience highlights key truths: true life is rooted in Christ, God’s power shines through weakness, and life’s purpose is to witness, even amid suffering. His journey emphasizes that eternal reality transcends temporary hardships.
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John 9: The One Who Opens Eyes
John 9 explores the deeper implications of physical and spiritual blindness through the healing of a blind man by Jesus. It emphasizes that suffering serves as a stage for God’s work, highlights the unique method of healing as a Christological act, and contrasts authentic faith with the blindness of religious leaders, ultimately leading to worship.
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The Difference Between Knowing About Jesus and Meeting Him
The text distinguishes between cognitive belief in Jesus and a transformative personal encounter with him. While intellectual understanding is valuable, true change arises from experiencing Christ, altering one’s perspective and fostering growth. This process is gradual and invites individuals to seek a genuine relationship with Jesus beyond mere information.
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Who I Am, Who I Am Becoming, and What I Believe About What Comes Next
A personal reckoning — not a testimony for public consumption, but an honest accounting for a man who needs to know where he stands before he can lead well A reflection by John Hargrove April 2026 I. Who I Was — The Hargrove Man Before the Road Was Named There is a kind of man…
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Grace, Truth, and Straight Paths
The sermon at Old Faith Church in Vidor, Texas, emphasizes Jesus’ ability to embody grace and truth simultaneously, as portrayed in the Gospel of John. Through interactions with individuals like Nicodemus and the woman at the well, Jesus illustrates the importance of direct, compassionate engagement. The teaching encourages believers to confront conflicts personally and restore…
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Joshua Blake Hargrove 4-9-2026 memory
Joshua Blake Hargrove lived with joy, love, and a growing heart for Jesus. Though his life ended too soon, his legacy continues through lives touched, a youth ministry that endured, and a calling that shaped his parents’ lifelong service.
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The Radio Link and the Soul: What Forty-Seven Years in Rural Infrastructure Have Taught Me About Work, Technology, Life, and Faith
The author reflects on the challenges faced in maintaining outdated technology in rural systems, emphasizing the emotional burden it brings. Despite operational constraints, they advocate for shared responsibilities and spiritual integration as solutions. They stress the importance of resting, mourning changes, and recognizing that meaning extends beyond technical reliability and is rooted in faith and…
