Tag Archives: Jesus

We Want The Miracle But…

Posted on December 13, 2020 by bjrutledge

I was reading Luke 1 recently about the birth of Jesus being foretold to Mary. Luke 1:37-38 says: “For nothing will be impossible with God.” And Mary said, “Behold, the bondslave of the Lord; may it be done to me … Continue reading →

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TO GO OR NOT TO GO? – Shouldn’t Even Be The Question!

Posted on June 18, 2020 by bjrutledge

If you’re a parent or grandparent you know that as you care for and feed your kids they continue to grow physically and there are times they experience a growth spurt that seems crazy, but excites you and them.   The … Continue reading →

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YOUR STORY and ONE VERSE

Posted on March 1, 2020 by bjrutledge

I shared about the power of your story on Sunday (from John 4), and told you I’d give you a framework you can use to write out your story to help you share it quickly (or over an extended conversation) … Continue reading →

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Judge Like This And Be Judged Like This

Posted on December 4, 2019 by bjrutledge

Reading Matthew 7 recently, I couldn’t get past verses 1-5. I spent some time reflecting on these strong words from Jesus about our attitudes toward others. When we judge someone and condemn them because they don’t do things like we … Continue reading →

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When We Aspire To Greatness

Posted on July 25, 2019 by bjrutledge

Can you imagine being one of the twelve Jesus chose to be His first disciples?  Prior to the resurrection none of them fully understood what was coming and what to expect.  I’m sure some of them felt like the rest of the … Continue reading →

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Talk About 2 Amazing Days!

Posted on January 25, 2019 by bjrutledge

The past couple of days have been “off the charts” for me.  God has encouraged and blessed in so many ways.   I learned some key leadership skills at the 95Network One Day Conference yesterday and learned even more today … Continue reading →

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2nd Best Server In Wise County

Posted on January 25, 2019 by bjrutledge

            I took the 95Network Board to Sweetie Pies last night after our One Day Leadership Conference. We had a great meal and met Jennifer who served us at our table.  She introduced herself as … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Sermon On The Mount

Posted on January 13, 2019 by bjrutledge

Want to know how to live and love as Jesus did?  He gives us a concise description of foundational truths and principles in Matthew 5, shared here in the Amplified version. 3 “Blessed [spiritually prosperous, happy, to be admired] are … Continue reading →

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MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE

Posted on December 24, 2018 by bjrutledge

I hope and pray you have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! LIGHT, our Christmas services at Grace, were an awesome time of celebrating the purpose of Christmas.   If you missed it and want to watch, go to gf.church/watch. … Continue reading →

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Dec 23 – 21 Days of Prayer PLUS ONE

Posted on December 23, 2018 by bjrutledge

Thank you so much for praying for LIGHT (our Christmas services at Grace) over the past couple of weeks.   I’m asking you to pray again today as we have three services at 8:30, 10:00 and 11:30am.    In my … Continue reading →

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