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I spend half my life in coffee shops having honest conversations about how following Jesus works in real life. So, let’s learn together, grab a cup and join the conversation.
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Clare DeGraaf
Jan 1, 20245 min read
Thoughts From A Recovering Materialist
"Hi, my name is Clare. I'm a materialist." If there was a 12 Step Group for Materialists that's how I would introduce myself- still in...
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Clare DeGraaf
Dec 25, 20233 min read
Did Jesus Really Bring Peace on Earth?
One of the most quoted passages in scripture in the King James Version for Christmas cards is this; "Glory to God in the highest, And on...
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Clare DeGraaf
Dec 18, 20233 min read
Why Should God Keep You Alive?
"Then he told this parable: “A man had a fig tree growing in his vineyard, and he went to look for fruit on it but did not find any. So...
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Clare DeGraaf
Dec 11, 20236 min read
Why is Jesus So Hard on Rich People?
"But woe to you who are rich, for you have already received your comfort. Woe to you who are well fed now, for you will go hungry. Woe to...
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Clare DeGraaf
Dec 4, 20233 min read
Having thoughtful Discussions with Older Children About War
With the war in Israel and Ukraine in the news every day, it’s easy to forget about innocent men, women and children who live, or have...
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Clare DeGraaf
Nov 27, 20236 min read
Should Christians Support Israel?
With the Israeli/Palestinian war in the news every day I thought I should revisit this question; Do Christians have any biblical...
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Clare DeGraaf
Nov 20, 20234 min read
What's Your Subtitle?
Contrary to your mother’s assurances, the general public does in fact judge books by their covers. “When you enter a bookstore, what...
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Clare DeGraaf
Nov 13, 20234 min read
Men and Fear
Last week I met with two very successful, Christian men, both workaholics and I made this statement to test their reaction; Most...
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Clare DeGraaf
Nov 6, 20233 min read
Some Words Wear Out
Based on how you live your life, what you’re passionate about, how you care for others and spend your discretionary time and money, would...
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