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Why Easter is such a big deal: learning from Matthew’s Gospel

Why is Easter such a big deal to Christians? Has someone ever asked you this? Maybe you’ve wondered it yourself? Many people do. The Christian meaning of Easter sometimes gets overlooked, even forgotten, among colorful baskets stuffed with eggs, treats, and toys. The foundation of Christianity… Easter is a big deal to Christians. Actually, it […]

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Defining Grace

I stumble over grace. It’s a pretty word. I like how it rolls off my tongue in a sweet, feather-light way. But, defining grace – well, that’s complicated. It trips me up, so this week I went searching for answers. Grace means so many things it makes my head spin. A ballet dancer, for instance,

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