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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Dec 6, 20212 min read
You’ve Always Got the Time
The definition for faith may be found in Hebrews 11:1 but in my mind there are two great verses that are centered on the subject of faith....
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Nov 29, 20212 min read
Love Hurts
“A friend means well, even when he hurts you. But when an enemy puts his hand round your shoulder - watch out!” - Proverbs 27:6 It...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Nov 22, 20212 min read
A Slice of Humble Pie
Do you love pie? I do. I love apple pie, cherry pie, pecan pie, chocolate pie, blueberry pie . . . . well, the list goes on and on! This...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Nov 8, 20212 min read
Night With Ebon Pinion
Do you love to sing? I know I do. While doing some research on some songs a few nights ago I learned that more and more people are...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Oct 25, 20212 min read
The Awesome Work of the Holy Spirit
In the beginning of time, the Bible says, “The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Oct 18, 20212 min read
Here I Am... Send Me
Do you remember when Isaiah spoke up and said, "Here I am... send me" (Isaiah 6:8)? That passage offers a challenge to anyone who...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Oct 4, 20212 min read
Bottles of Contentment
Have you ever felt like you needed more? Have you ever struggled with being content with what you have? I have found the secret to...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Sep 30, 20212 min read
Words Hurt
Words hurt. when I was a kid there was phrase we used: “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never harm me.” What a lie....
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Sep 18, 20213 min read
God Hears You
Do you hate being ignored? Its so frustrating, isn't it? I can recall several times in my life when I was ignored or intentionally...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 25, 20211 min read
Study Your Bible
For the past couple of years, we have used www.rayreynoldsrap.com as a free ministry resource for eager students who want to immerse...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 31, 20213 min read
God Bless America
On this day (May 31, 2021) the United States will celebrate another Memorial Day. As an American citizen I am proud that we live in a...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 27, 20212 min read
Be Merciful
Guilt: a feeling of responsibility or remorse for an offense whether real or imagined. Shame: a feeling from one’s consciousness of...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 24, 20212 min read
The Greatest Virtue
What is the greatest virtue? I Corinthians 13 says it’s LOVE! Most of us would agree. However, in our minds we often feel like some...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 20, 20212 min read
Should You Abandon Ship
Have you heard the story of Earnest Shackleton? He left England in August 1914 on the ship Endurance. He and his crew had planned to...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 17, 20213 min read
Gifts In A Bottle
In the early 2000s I visited the Alabama Gulf Coast for the first time. Some of my friends from North Alabama told me to bring back...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 13, 20211 min read
Depression Hurts
Depression. It hurts, doesn't it? The root of it may be loneliness. God understands the power of loneliness. In the Garden of Eden you...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 9, 20213 min read
The Origin of Mother's Day
This week we celebrate our mothers. Today is affectionately known as Mother's Day. Have you ever wondered why we honor and celebrate...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 6, 20212 min read
Love is the Cure
The church at Ephesus was full of “faithful” brethren. Paul founded it. John was one of their shepherds. Timothy was their preacher. The...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 4, 20211 min read
Honor Your Father & Mother
I recently had a debate with someone about a false narrative. People say, “Respect is given where respect is earned.” Wrong. Respect is...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 3, 20212 min read
A Balanced Approach to Ministry
Ira North wrote a book several years ago on "Balance" in ministry. It is one of my favorite books in my library. I have worked in...
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