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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 21, 20212 min read
The Origin of Father's Day
A few weeks ago I wrote an article about the origin of Mother’s Day. For some reason I have become interested in the history, origin, and...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 17, 20212 min read
Troubled? Give Thanks!
One passage that I keep in my heart in times of difficulty is Philippians 4:6. It says "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 10, 20212 min read
Discovering Your Destiny
People often wonder if they missed their calling. Have we lived our best life? Could we do more? I think we all want to fulfill our...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 7, 20213 min read
Little Children, Millstone Necklaces & A Long Walk Off A Short Pier
Jesus tells dozens of stories. He uses amazing, uplifting illustrations. However, there is one teaching where He uses some graphic...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 3, 20213 min read
The Best Part of Heaven
When I was young I remember thinking about Heaven often. I guess it’s because I heard so many preachers talk about it. There are so many...
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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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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 30, 20213 min read
Salvation Brings Security
The thought of salvation offers hope to the believer. It also causes the non-believer to search for confidence and assurance in their...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 29, 20213 min read
GOD USES THE SENSES TO TEACH
When we were little children, we were taught about our five senses: sight, touch, hearing, smell, and taste. Did you know the Bible...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 22, 20212 min read
Find A Way to Rejoice
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.
Apr 19, 20213 min read
Salvation Brings Joy
Last week we noted that the thought of salvation offers hope to the believer. It also causes the non-believer to search for confidence...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 16, 20212 min read
A Blueprint For Change
When I was in graduate school I had the opportunity to sit at the feet of some spiritual giants. I took courses on church growth with Dr....
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