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Read more about the article Painted into the picture

Painted into the picture

  • Post author:Kent Holz
  • Post published:2023/02/27
  • Post category:00spotlight-topslider/FIC Features/Forward in Christ

We are not only united with Jesus in his crucifixion but also in his resurrection. In 1633, the Dutch artist Rembrandt painted The Raising of the Cross. The painting shows…

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Read more about the article We have hope

We have hope

  • Post author:John Braun
  • Post published:2022/10/29
  • Post category:FIC Features/FIC Series/Forward in Christ

“Now these three remain: faith, hope and love” (1 Corinthians 13:13). Hope builds dreams on faith in a future. When our eyes opened to catch the first light of our…

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Read more about the article We have faith

We have faith

  • Post author:John Braun
  • Post published:2022/09/30
  • Post category:FIC Features/FIC Series/Forward in Christ

“Now these three remain: faith, hope and love” (1 Corinthians 13:13). He hugged his son and said, “I have faith in you.” And he did. With an important game ahead,…

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Read more about the article Parent conversations: How do we discuss death with our children?

Parent conversations: How do we discuss death with our children?

  • Post author:Sarah Reik and Ann Ponath
  • Post published:2022/06/20
  • Post category:FIC Features/FIC Series/Forward in Christ/Parent Conversations

Contemplating some conversations creates butterflies in my stomach. Talking about death with my children falls into that category. What a comfort these two articles are for me! They offer practical…

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Read more about the article Teen talk: Jesus is in our hearts

Teen talk: Jesus is in our hearts

  • Post author:Emily Ciha
  • Post published:2022/05/20
  • Post category:FIC Features/FIC Series/Forward in Christ

Jesus gives us strength and hope when we face difficulties. Emily Ciha What do you think about when you hear the word worry? We as sinful human beings can be…

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Read more about the article Teen talk: Do you believe this?

Teen talk: Do you believe this?

  • Post author:Philip Treptow
  • Post published:2022/05/20
  • Post category:FIC Features/FIC Series/Forward in Christ

Christ, who lived and died and rose again so that we could be in heaven someday, helps us fight through the pain when a loved one dies. Philip Treptow “Do…

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No hidden fees

  • Post author:Glenn L. Schwanke
  • Post published:2022/01/30
  • Post category:FIC Features/Forward in Christ

When it comes to God’s gracious gift of eternal life, there are no hidden fees. When you live two miles beyond the end of the earth in Houghton, Michigan, you…

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Read more about the article Bible study: God provides victory over death!

Bible study: God provides victory over death!

  • Post author:David Scharf
  • Post published:2020/05/31
  • Post category:FIC Features/FIC Series/Forward in Christ

First, it is important to answer the question, “What is death?” Very simply, death is separation. The Bible speaks of three types of separation: physical, spiritual, and eternal. Physical death…

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