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Learning Lament
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Learning Lament

Posted on March 7, 2023 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By CBF field personnel Alicia and Jeff Lee “Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord. Lord, hear my voice!” Psalms 130:1-2 For a few years now, I (Alicia) have been leaning into the spiritual discipline of lament. We often rush past the uncomfortable feelings, desperate for relief and something more pleasant. Rushing … Continue reading →

Breath Prayers
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Breath Prayers

Posted on February 27, 2023 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By CBF field personnel Elket Rodriguez “Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.” Psalm 62:1-2, NIV My prayer life has evolved to incorporate different styles of prayer as I mature in my relationship … Continue reading →

The Lord’s Prayer
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The Lord’s Prayer

Posted on February 6, 2023 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By Dianne and Shane McNary CBF field personnel “Pray, then, in this way: Our Father in heaven, may your name be revered as holy…” Matthew 6:9 In a Slovak Baptist context, anything which hints of Catholicism seems dubious. The fear of the straw man of liturgy, sadly, robs the church of countless historical riches. We … Continue reading →

Holy Be-ing
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Holy Be-ing

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By CBF Field Personnel Mary Van Rheenen “Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest,” (Matthew 11:28 NRSV.) I have a double-dose of the Protestant work ethic. My ancestors were Dutch and Calvinist. My mother put in a full day’s work cleaning, cooking, sewing, … Continue reading →

Praying the Hours
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Praying the Hours

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By Rev. and CBF Field Personnel Karen In 2021, I moved into a new apartment across town. I love it for so many reasons: The rooftop access shows off spectacular sunsets; I have many windows and plenty of fresh air; and I’ve been able to decorate the entire place according to my whim and fancy. … Continue reading →

Lord, Open Their Eyes
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Lord, Open Their Eyes

Posted on December 26, 2022 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By Rev. David and Lauren Bass “When the servant of the man of God got up and went out early the next morning, an army with horses and chariots had surrounded the city. ‘Oh no, my lord! What shall we do?’ the servant asked. ‘Don’t be afraid,’ the prophet answered. ‘Those who are with us … Continue reading →

Daily Way to Say Yes
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Daily Way to Say Yes

Posted on December 19, 2022 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By Rev. Rick Burnette  “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness,” Lamentations 3:22-23, NRSV My friend, Gabby, tells me that he wakes up each morning with eager anticipation of what the new day will bring. That’s interesting. I’m … Continue reading →

The Already and the Not Yet
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The Already and the Not Yet

Posted on December 12, 2022 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By Rev. Rick Sample “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am,” John 14:3, NIV. Heavenly Father, the events during the summer of 2021 in Afghanistan were devastating for the Afghan people just as … Continue reading →

In-Between
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In-Between

Posted on December 5, 2022 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By Rev. Kim and Marc Wyatt God of the universe, of each one of us, show us Your way. God who sees EVERYONE traversing the refugee highway, help me to see the sojourner too, because they are precious in your sight.  EVERYONE is seen by you.  Those seen on TV and those still languishing from … Continue reading →

Be Still and Know
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Be Still and Know

Posted on November 28, 2022 by Daniel Potter • Leave a comment

By Brooke and Mike When life is busy or rushed or I just don’t know what to pray, I have found this helpful as a way to slow down and focus on who my God is. Psalm 46:10 Be still and know that I am God. Be still and know that I Am. Be still … Continue reading →

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