Category Archives: Salvation

A Poem of Gratitude

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Heart of the Matter

G – Grace – I am so thankful for God’s grace. It was God’s grace that drew me to Him for salvation. God’s grace that brought forgiveness for all my sins, past, present, and future. God’s grace keeps loving me … Continue reading →

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Craving Ice Cream . . . and the Word of God

Posted on January 26, 2025 by Heart of the Matter

  I’ve attempted many different diets in my life and have not been very successful on any of them. I’d lose a few pounds here and there but before long, my cravings would kick in—cravings for comfort foods like mashed … Continue reading →

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10 Suggestions for Spiritually Focused New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Heart of the Matter

Well, it’s the new year and time for resolutions. Bummer. You see, I have a very bad record of keeping resolutions. I’ve tried to eat better, exercise more, and generally be more disciplined, only to fall off the wagon within … Continue reading →

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Christian Liberty: What does it mean?

Posted on October 26, 2024 by Heart of the Matter

        I was raised Southern Baptist, not the strict fundamentalist kind of Baptist, but the “drinking and tattoos are sinful” kind. Our church didn’t ascribe to as many rules as some Baptist churches did. My parents, faithful … Continue reading →

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Hope for Those With Election Anxiety

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Heart of the Matter

There is panic among the masses in our country at this moment—among liberals and conservatives. Election 2024 is happening in two weeks and there is much anxiety about which candidate will be steering the ship for the next four years. … Continue reading →

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