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First Verse: a journey through the Psalms: Psalm 1

Posted on June 10, 2014 by Jill English Johnston

“Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers.” (Psalm 1:1, NLT) Seems everyone has an opinion.  Family.  Friends.  Coworkers.  Strangers.  Mostly with good intentions, I’m sure. … Continue reading →

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First Verse: a journey through the Psalms

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Jill English Johnston

Four years ago I attended a prayer retreat and began a new chapter of my prayer journey. Vic Black, U.S. prayer director for The Navigators, introduced me to the concept of journaling the Psalms in the first person, as though God … Continue reading →

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The Third Book; Sacred Pathways

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Jill English Johnston

In my journey following Jesus, I have met many who have been fairly certain their way of worshipping and praying is the right “way” to worship or pray and that other ways are wrong.   I have also met many, … Continue reading →

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The Second Book: Prayer; Does it Make any Difference?

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Jill English Johnston

Prayer: Does it Make any Difference by Philip Yancey, is an excellent follow up to EM Bounds’ book Power through Prayer.  In his book, Bounds contends that we don’t see God’s power because we don’t seek God in prayer.  But … Continue reading →

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The Parable of the Texas Feast

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Jill English Johnston

There once was a very special dinner prepared.  A dinner cooked up Texas style, as only can be done in Texas.  It had some great fixings.  As any Texas dinner cannot be without, it had BBQ brisket and BBQ pork … Continue reading →

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