Category Archives: Christian Living

For Whom the Bell Tolls

To many of us Ben Schears personifies the best of Cowley College; Northwest Kansas Tech has gained a great man and a great family. Continue reading

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Beyond the Lonely Places

A middle-aged man standing in the rain gets picked up by a young shop teacher… and impacts the rest of his life… without ever knowing it. Maybe.
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More Than One Door

What happens when a great preacher turns away from a door that God had opened for him? Continue reading

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A Dream of Dark Waters

It was a strange dream, both disturbing and comforting. We can survive what we cannot conquer… and that’s kind of like conquering! Continue reading

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A Unilateral Truce

It might be that showing mercy to ourselves frees us to show greater mercy to others… Continue reading

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Reassurance & Redemption

To hear the laughter of small children and to be a part of their delight must bring us closer to knowing God… Continue reading

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A Powerful Calling

If we keep our eyes open and respond with love to the needs we see around us, we fulfill God’s calling in our lives… no matter where we are. Continue reading

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A Fine Legacy (Dennis Strange)

When even strangers can see that you are a person who loves people, you might be Dennis Strange’s kind of people. Continue reading

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A Reluctant Blessing

A chance encounter with a white-haired woman during worship leaves us both with unexpected blessings. Continue reading

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Grindstones & Gratitude

If we don’t deliberately let others know that we appreciate them, how will they find out? Continue reading

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