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Apologetics: Why Does It Matter?
Initial Thoughts Howdy! Apologetics comes from the Greek word “ἀπολογία” which means to speak in defense. It is an ancient discipline dating back to the 1st and 2nd centuries when early Christians were writing persuasively in defense of the faith. It is a practice that has endured through the centuries into the modern era. Today,…
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Missions Month for Children
November is always “Missions Month” at FBCA. From Mission Arlington to the Global Centers, our church is sharing the Good News all around the world every month of the year. But, during the month of November, we are specifically reminded of the great work that is going on and how we all can be a…
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Sometimes It Takes A Mountain
In July of 2016 I took my first trip to the Colorado Rocky Mountains. I remember the first time I saw them in person. It felt like a dream. Seeing something so big and beautiful really put life into perspective for me. Some people are beach people, but I learned that day that I was…
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Riverbend is home.
I love to visit a very familiar place, especially during an unfamiliar season. This week our staff went to Riverbend for a retreat. Riverbend is an extremely familiar place for me personally. However, November is not my usual time to visit Riverbend. The summer months are when we are accustomed to being at Riverbend. It…
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Connect with Your Teenager
It can be quite a challenge to connect with your teenager. The teenage years come with a lot of tensions, a lot of already-but-not-quite-yets. Teens grow in independence and autonomy, making their own decisions and forming their own opinions… but they also need you to do basic things like sign them up for Drivers Ed…
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