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The Myth of “I’m Spiritual but Not Religious”
Read more: The Myth of “I’m Spiritual but Not Religious”“I’m spiritual, but not religious.” It’s a phrase I’ve heard countless times over the years. As a hospital chaplain, one unforgettable conversation challenged me to look beyond the words and ask what people really mean when they say it. Surprisingly, I think there’s more truth in that statement than many Christians are willing to admit……
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The Myth of “Living Your Truth”
Read more: The Myth of “Living Your Truth”“Live your truth.” It’s one of the defining slogans of our culture, and many Christians instinctively reject it. However, what if part of it actually points toward a biblical truth? In this blog, I explore where Scripture agrees, where it disagrees, and why Jesus doesn’t simply invite us to discover our truth. He invites us…
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Same Problems. Same Savior. Why the Methodist Movement Still Matters
Read more: Same Problems. Same Savior. Why the Methodist Movement Still MattersThe world has changed dramatically since John Wesley’s day, but the deepest needs of the human heart remain remarkably the same. Loneliness, spiritual drift, shallow discipleship, and the search for purpose are not new problems. In this article, I explore why the Methodist movement still offers a timeless answer, not because of a denomination, but…
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Why I Believe the Global Methodist Church Is Positioned to Thrive
Read more: Why I Believe the Global Methodist Church Is Positioned to ThriveThe Global Methodist Church is still young, but I believe it is uniquely positioned to thrive. After witnessing God move through Immanuel Church and observing this growing movement, I see five encouraging characteristics that point toward a hopeful future: strong local churches, dependence on the Holy Spirit, meaningful connection, confidence in historic Christian faith, and…
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Stop Staring at the Closed Door
Read more: Stop Staring at the Closed DoorSometimes the hardest changes in life are the ones we never chose. When someone else’s decision changes your world, it’s easy to focus on what has been lost. Scripture reminds us that God is already at work, calling us to trust His providence, press forward in faith, and embrace the new opportunities He places before…
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Christian Dating Advice from a Pastor Part IV: Preparing for Marriage While You Wait for the Wedding
Read more: Christian Dating Advice from a Pastor Part IV: Preparing for Marriage While You Wait for the WeddingEngagement is more than a countdown to your wedding day. It is preparation for a lifetime. Whether your wedding is months away or still a couple of years out, this season matters. In this final part of the series, we explore how to grow spiritually, communicate honestly, and stay grounded in Christ as you prepare…
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Christian Dating Advice from a Pastor Part III. Engagement and Preparing for the Wedding
Read more: Christian Dating Advice from a Pastor Part III. Engagement and Preparing for the WeddingThe wedding day will come and go, but marriage is what lasts a lifetime. In Part III of this series, we shift the focus from planning an event to preparing for a life together. This is where deeper questions matter: communication, expectations, faith, conflict, finances, and what it truly means to build a Christ-centered home.…
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Christian Dating Advice from a Pastor Part II: When things Get Serious What Comes Next?
Read more: Christian Dating Advice from a Pastor Part II: When things Get Serious What Comes Next?When dating starts to get serious, everything begins to shift. You move from simply enjoying time together to asking a deeper question: could we actually build a life together? That’s where intentionality matters. This stage calls for prayer, honest conversations, and the wisdom of others who can help you see clearly. You don’t need all…
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Christian Dating Advice from a Pastor Part I
Read more: Christian Dating Advice from a Pastor Part IIf I could sit down across the table from you and talk about dating, this is where I would start. Dating isn’t just about finding the right person, it’s about becoming who God is calling you to be. Here are seven Christ-centered principles to help guide your relationships with clarity and purpose.
Rev. Dr. Mike Wooton 