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"Suffering is not a topic for discussion as much as it is a reality each person must face. Yet, we tend to do little to prepare our hearts for it." As Christians, how do we prepare for the suffering we will inevitability face in this life? http://intersectproject.org/faith-and-culture/you-will-experience-suffering-have-you-prepared-yourself/

Sundrenched mornings, filled with days at the pool, barefoot picnics with neighbors in the backyard, and refreshing time with family - this is what the best summers are made of. Have you considered how to redeem these priceless moments for the kingdom? John Stott reminds us, "Every Christian should be both conservative and radical; conservative in preserving the faith and radical in applying it." As you bring your daydreams of the perfect summer to life,

In this one-minute video from Pastor Larry posted by the Baptist State Convention of NC, Larry speaks to the necessity of establishing "deepening" practices in our lives that build depth in our relationship and intimacy with God. Well worth the listen. Here's a link to the video: https://vimeo.com/264498586