NEW SERIES! The Prayer Snapshot: “Praying the Bible”
Have you ever been stuck in a prayer rut? Like your prayers feel dull and maybe even boring. Perhaps you find yourself praying the same things about the same things. We know that God hears all our prayers, even if they aren’t eloquent, lengthy, or different than yesterday’s prayer. But what if I told you there is a way to…
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Premium Tax Credit Approved
In a 6-3 decision published on June 25, the Supreme Court upheld the Premium Tax Credit Plan under the Affordable Care Act. The King v. Burwell decision considered the question, “Does the Affordable Care Act (ACA) provide a premium tax credit for both federal and state exchanges?”Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the majority opinion. The plaintiffs in the case pointed…
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4 Bible Verses For When You Feel Friendless
According to the esteemed Myers-Briggs test, I am a natural introvert. I feel overwhelmed in large groups, process the majority of my thoughts internally and prefer to start (and end) my day with alone time. But by nature, I also crave friendship and community. I long for an opportunity to belong, for a chance to share life with others. These…
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4 Misconceptions About Forgiving Others
Somebody jostles you on the street and says, “sorry!” You could lash out at their carelessness, but instead you say, “no problem.” Have you really forgiven that person? Forgiveness can be a wonderful thing, but it’s often misunderstood. In the Lord’s Prayer, we ask God to forgive our trespasses (or debts) as we forgive others, so it’s a process we’re…
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How Can You Create An Effective Estate Plan?
Creating the ideal charitable estate plan for you and your family requires great care. The gift plan needs to fit you like a glove. It should make sense and contribute to the satisfaction of knowing that you are carrying out God’s will, all while supporting your loved ones after you pass away. With proper planning, this decision may ultimately serve…
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Will Congress Fix the Tax Code?
As Americans are enjoying the 4th of July holiday, the House Ways and Means Committee staff published a summary of efforts to improve the tax code. These efforts highlight the potential changes in three areas of taxation. Permanent Tax Extenders - There are 55 tax provisions that are extended for one or two years at a time. Unfortunately, the extension…
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5 Prayers For When You Feel Unlovable
I am my own worst critic. Any mistake, significant or not, triggers a slew of self-deprecating murmurs and thoughts. Even when said in humor, every word is meant—every word is felt. I then arrive (all too easily) at this awful, unbiblical conclusion: “I am neither admirable nor likable. How could God love me?” I convince myself that any perceived flaw…
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