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the Advent Journey; Desire.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on December 3, 2013November 29, 2013

Welcome, Advent season. It seems that the older I get, the faster time goes. I hear that phrase and statement a lot. And, honestly, there’s a lot of truth to the thought. The more I …

Get-R-Done.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on September 4, 2013September 4, 2013

It happens to me at the start of EVERY seminary semester… I panic. Actually, it’s worse than that. I come very near to the cliff of “losing it”. Strange, I know. When it comes to …

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“When necessary…”

by Mark SorensenUpdated on September 2, 2013September 2, 2013

I loved a thought that was shared by one of our pastors yesterday in worship, Jessica Lagrone. She referenced the following quote: “Preach the Gospel at all times; use words when necessary.” I have always …

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Running Challenged.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on June 25, 2013June 25, 2013

I had the opportunity to lead staff devotion this morning alongside people I have worked with for almost ten years and that I love deeply. Here’s what I shared: I have been running for close …

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#NoRegrets

by Mark SorensenUpdated on June 12, 2013June 12, 2013

Regret. It can be an ugly monster, huh? Beginning this Sunday, I am starting a four week series that I am teaching called, “No Regrets”. It’s funny how God works. For several weeks I had …

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Super Mark.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on May 28, 2013May 28, 2013

Paul says in Ephesians 4:1: “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.” When I was a kid in elementary school, one of my prized …

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Oil.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on May 17, 2013May 17, 2013

I must confess. I read about the Israelites in the Old Testament and just laugh at them. Here’s a group of people that God called, “chosen”. He provided for them, showed them miracles and set …

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Chew on this.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on April 24, 2013April 24, 2013

“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.” -Psalm 23:5a I like to tell a certain story about my son, Nicholas (ok, if you know me, you know I like to …

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This Kid.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on April 8, 2013April 8, 2013

“And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” -Matthew 18:3 A Pep Talk This kid. He gets it. 18 million people have …

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Paths.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on March 27, 2013March 26, 2013

“He makes me whole again, steering me off worn, hard paths to roads where truth and righteousness echo His name.” -Psalm 23:3 (VOICE) Sheep are funny creatures. I shared a few characteristics of sheep in …

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Lie Down.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on March 20, 2013March 20, 2013

“He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside still waters.” -Psalm 23:2 I have a confession. My mind drifts. Frequently. I think that’s why I get Ralphie from the movie, “A …

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“But you shall receive POWER…”

by Mark SorensenUpdated on February 7, 2013February 7, 2013

‎”For if your life is just about satisfying the impulses of your sinful nature, then prepare to die. But if you have invited the Spirit to destroy these selfish desires, you will experience life. If …

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the Advent Journey; Desire.

Get-R-Done.

“When necessary…”

Running Challenged.

#NoRegrets

Super Mark.

Oil.

Chew on this.

This Kid.

Paths.

Lie Down.

“But you shall receive POWER…”

Hello world!

When Tempted…

Rest and Renew

“Thank you.”

The Danger of Disconnectedness

Grace in the Broken Car Wash

In Anxious Times, Wait Upon the Lord