Tag: bible
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A Better Way – A Better Presence – The way Forward through it all
A Better Way A Better Presence Pastor Calvin Cook December 17, 2025 In my nighttime devotions I was drawn to the familiar scripture often referred to in times of trouble from Isaiah 43. “But now, this is what the Lord says— he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: Do not fear, for…
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JOY IN THE MIDST OF SUFFERING –
Joy in the Midst of Suffering Pastor Calvin Cook, December 16, 2025 The last few weeks have been a very interesting time for me. From dealing with some of my own physical, mental, and spiritual battles while trying to understand the why, has brought me to the place I and all of us need to…
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FOUND – What once was lost now is found and there is great rejoicing.
Found Pastor Calvin Cook December 12, 2025 Here in the Allegheny National Forest, with it’s lake, streams, forest, hills, and valleys, it is not unusual to hear of hunters, backpackers, hikers, wilderness voyagers getting themselves turned around and losing their way. When we hear that someone is missing, there is always that sinking feeling that…
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Are You and Jesus Buddies – Some thoughts from a real conversation.
Jesus is My Buddy – Pastor Calvin Cook December 12, 2025 Scripture – John 15:14-15 You are my friends if you do what I command you. 15 No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all that I…
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A Holy Reminder in the Snow – Thoughts From the Edges –
A Holy Reminder in the Snow Daily Devotional – Pastor Calvin Cook December 11, 2025 Scripture: “Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the Lord. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.19 If you are willing and…
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What is Your Help in times of Trouble?
A Very Present Help Pastor Calvin Cook December 10, 2025 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 (NIV) The last couple of weeks have been deep heart wrenching times of ministry. Not just by being a Pastor but being a friend. Loosing people to death, visiting and sitting…
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THE IF and THEN of PRAYER – Finding HOPE In the Edges of Life –
The If and Then of Prayer Pastor Calvin Cook December 8, 2025 Based on 2 Chronicles 7:14 There is some excitement and reluctance in sharing these thoughts this morning in regard to relationship with God especially prayer. But through the Holy Spirit’s prompting, I am willing to go and follow where the Holy Spirit is…
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The Shelter – a place to run to, a place of rescue!
The Shelter Pastor Calvin Cook December 5, 2025 Nahum 1:7 — “The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; He knows those who take refuge in Him.” When we moved to Kane 10 years ago, I was immediately captivated by the Allegheny National Forest, the Kinzua Lake/Dam, and the beauty of living…
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On Them the Light Has Shined – or – Someone Has Turned on the Lights.
On Them the Light Has Shined – Isaiah 9:2 (part 3 – final) Pastor Calvin Cook – December 4, 2025 Isaiah 9:2 — “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light…” Have you ever been sleeping in a very dark, quiet room and all of a sudden, you are awaken by the…
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From Darkness Into Light – Isaiah 9:2 – (Part 1)
From Darkness Into Light ( Part 1) Pastor Calvin Cook December 2, 2025 Isaiah 9:2 — “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light…” This morning, I am reflecting upon Isaiah 9:2 which is one of the most referred to scriptures during the season of Advent. In today’s early morning hours, I…
Thoughts from the Edges 