Author: Mikki Halbach
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When God Seems Silent
“Truly You are God, who hide Yourself, O God of Israel, the Savior!” –Isaiah 45:15 As I am writing this, I have been preparing for a study on Malachi. Looking at the close of the Old Testament, I found myself lingering on what came next… or maybe better said, what didn’t come next. Four hundred…
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Condemnation vs. Conviction
“There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit. — Romans 8:1 There have been so many moments in my own walk where I’ve walked away from something thinking, “Why do I still struggle with this?” Not big, dramatic failures—just those…
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Contentment vs. Complacency: The Difference That Changes Everything
Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content -Philippians 4:11 There was a season of my life that lasted far longer than I ever expected. For 21 years, the Lord had our family living in Wisconsin. And for most of that time—if I’m being…
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Freedom Indeed
“Therefore, if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.” –John 8:36 We’ve always enjoyed watching fireworks over the lake when we have the opportunity. There’s something about the reflection on the water that makes the display feel a little more special. This year, we’ll be spending the evening with our pastor and…