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Ready? Foot out. Now, step.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on July 17, 2013July 17, 2013

The Lord had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and …

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Look over your shoulder.

by Mark Sorensen July 4, 2013July 4, 2013

“Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life” -Psalm 23:6 It’s a strange feeling boxing up your life. Seriously. We have lived in the house we are soon to be …

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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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“Do It Again.”

by Mark SorensenUpdated on May 27, 2013May 14, 2013

Heard a quote shared by GK Chesterton this morning that I loved. “Because children have abounding vitality, because they are in spirit fierce and free, therefore they want things repeated and unchanged. They always say, …

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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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I Will Not Fear.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on April 3, 2013April 3, 2013

Let’s continue in the walk with the Good Shepherd. Today, I am looking at verse 4 of the 23rd Psalm. Even in the unending shadows of death’s darkness, I am not overcome by fear. Because You are …

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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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Want.

by Mark Sorensen March 18, 2013March 18, 2013

“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.” -Psalm 23:1 What a blessing to speak on the 23rd Psalm yesterday to the church community. This week, I would love to take a few moments …

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Sheep.

by Mark Sorensen March 16, 2013March 16, 2013

What an emotional week. Much going on in the life of the Sorensen family. Not a bad week by any means, but an emotional one, none the less. Tomorrow, I get the opportunity to open …

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Make This Place Your Home.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on March 11, 2013March 11, 2013

Ok. I will admit it. My Pandora music station MAY NOT be like yours. I love all kinds of music. For example, this morning I was out on my morning run and my shuffle brought …

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Look Up.

by Mark Sorensen March 5, 2013March 5, 2013

It’s always a fun moment when a song comes on the radio and I hear a lyric or I sing something in worship on Sunday morning and God nudges me to remind me of what …

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Yeast and the Kingdom of God

by Mark Sorensen February 22, 2013February 22, 2013

Ran across an article recently that spurred some thought. It featured an interview with the Christian musical artist, LeCrae. He spoke of “culture” and how the church, too often, stands at a distance. “The reason …

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Be a Moon.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on February 18, 2013February 18, 2013

Recently, I had the opportunity to take a second trip with my wife to Haiti and check in on two orphanages our church sponsors. On the last day, I climbed to the roof of the …