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Old Testament offers hope

By The Rev. Gladys Herzog First Congregational Church, Beardstown     One of the things I have mentioned in this month’s Focus is meditation specifically focused… Login to continue reading Login…

Challenge given to faith groups

By Rev. Gladys Herzog First Congregational Church     Last week’s article was about church revival and renewal. In this article, I want to think further… Login to continue reading Login…

Time is ripe for spiritual revival

By Rev. Jarrett Wells Beardstown First United Methodist Church     Over the past months, I have spent an inordinate amount of time dreaming. No, I’m… Login to continue reading Login…

Intercessory prayer lifts up others

By Rev. Jarrett Wells Beardstown First United Methodist Church     Lately, I’ve been doing lots of thinking about prayer and how I pray. As I… Login to continue reading Login…

This time of year is a display of God’s majesty

By Rev. Jarrett Wells Beardstown First United Methodist Church     I love this time of year! While I am missing high school football, I love… Login to continue reading Login…

During uncertain times, turn to prayer

By Rev. Jarrett Wells Beardstown First United Methodist Church     Over the past few months, it seems to me that our society seems to be… Login to continue reading Login…

Surrendering to God will lead you through trials

By Brian Kenney Beardstown Fire & Police Chaplain Essential # 3 – Surrender     James 1:4 And let endurance have its perfect result, so that… Login to continue reading Login…

‘Understanding’ essential for victory in trials

By Brian Kenney Beardstown Fire & Police Chaplain       Essential 2: Understanding       James 1:3 – “knowing that the testing of your faith produces… Login to continue reading Login…

Four essentials for victory in trials

By Brian Kenney Beardstown Fire & Police Chaplain     Essential # 1 – Joy     James 1:2 Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you… Login to continue reading Login…