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#SundayCoffee The Slow Hand of God Most of the time, God moves painfully slowly. I wish they’d told...
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#SundayCoffee When you’ve reached the end of religion Seems like I get myself caught up in a perpetual...
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Goliath never stood a chance

Stephen Schmidt·June 23, 2024
#SundayCoffee Goliath never stood a chance. That’s the thought that hits me, reading this Sunday’s lectionary readings. “David...
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Stephen Schmidt·June 16, 2024
It’s the little things. Years ago, when I was in a particularly difficult relationship, I had a moment...
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What is the sound of God moving in your life?

Stephen Schmidt·June 9, 2024
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Linger and Listen

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#SundayCoffee “Those who linger are the ones who hear” This Sunday’s lectionary readings include one of my favorite...
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Revealing the Name

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Simplicity, Love & Joy

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What’s to Stop You?

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By what Authority, and in whose Name?

Stephen Schmidt·April 21, 2024
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