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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Nov 8, 20226 min read
Criticism Is A Cry For Help
Why are we compelled to get into Facebook debates? We know that sparring on social media is never profitable. Yet we often defend our...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jul 11, 20223 min read
Don't Judge A Book By Its Cover
Do you judge a book by its cover? I've been guilty before. Time and time again, even though I know its foolish, I have purchased a book...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jul 4, 202214 min read
Freedom Over Socialism
Happy 4th of July! I hope you are planning to enjoy this holiday. I've always loved Independence Day. Grilling hot dogs and burgers...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 29, 20222 min read
Be Careful on Social Media
The apostle Paul must have had supernatural knowledge of the internet and social media. I love how he says things like... "Do not be...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 20, 20223 min read
The God Above All Others
God makes a promise to Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3). That promise is passed on to Isaac, then Jacob, and eventually through the line of...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 19, 20221 min read
Age Is Just A Number
I wrote a poem for my dad this year on his birthday (1/24/22). His bday card had a rough draft, but this is the final work. I wasn't...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 13, 20222 min read
Is God Out To Get You?
Do you picture God gavel in hand? Behind His giant throne? Condemning you for everything you do that is wrong? With lightening bolts in...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 6, 20223 min read
The Wooden Bowl
A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year old grandson. The old man's hands trembled, his eyesight was...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 20, 20222 min read
Don’t Worry, It Gets Better
Life is tough. The roads are rough. There are mountains, deserts and valleys. We get knocked down. We don’t want to get up. Then when we...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 13, 20222 min read
Death: Our Graduation Day
I wrote this poem to be read at my Grandfather's funeral. He always spoke of death as a Graduation Day. I wanted to honor him at the...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 8, 202211 min read
Mother’s Day Reflections
It may seem like just a picture. A mom hugging her two little boys. All smiles. Picture perfect. Probably taken right after church on a...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 6, 20222 min read
A New Life & A Fresh Start
Do you want a fresh start? A clean slate? What if I told you… Anyone can have a fresh start in Christ Jesus! No matter what you've done,...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Feb 12, 20222 min read
The Unfailing Qualities of Godly Romance & Biblical Love
For whatever reason, we tend to live in what is often regarded as an enlightened culture. Our generation claims to be enlightened on...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Feb 7, 20222 min read
More Than Conquerors
The words "more than conquerors" is a powerful statement. The apostle Paul says thatwe are "more than conquerors through Him who loved...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Feb 5, 20222 min read
NOTHING CAN SEPARATE US
I love poetry and I love to write poetry. Often times I will read a Bible verse, meditate on it, and then write poetry about it. This is...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Feb 1, 20221 min read
John the Baptizer: The World’s Greatest Man
Jesus called John the "greatest" man who ever lived (Luke 7:28). This poem is written to reveal his strength and dedication to lead...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jan 28, 20222 min read
Living Daily For Christ
This coming Sunday is our 5th Sunday Family Day. We’ve got three services and free food. Everyone is welcome! All three messages...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jan 24, 20223 min read
Renewing Our Spiritual Passion
Psalm 51:10-12 says, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me away from Your presence,...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jan 23, 20221 min read
A Poem About My God
I have always loved the psalms. The simplicity. The raw nature. The brutal honesty. The wonderful metaphors that describe the depth of...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jan 22, 20222 min read
Do The Right Thing, Always
I frequently taught my children: “It's never right to do the wrong thing.” Solomon teaches us that God created us to be good, but we've...
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