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  • The Second Time We Met in Person

    The Second Time We Met in Person

    Welcome back, SUMites, to our 10 Year Celebration and a walk down memory lane. In my last post I mentioned that it would be nearly three years before Lynn and I would meet in person, and the circumstances leading up to that started with you. But let me go back a little farther in time

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  • ?10 Year Anniversary

    ?10 Year Anniversary

    SUMite Nation: Wow, can you believe we have become a nations of God’s people? We march together to bring the love of Jesus to a world that is dark and desperate. AND, today we are going to celebrate. Look at this photo: In my Daily Bible, on May 1, 2006, I wrote down in the

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  • How Do We Become Free Of Offense?

    How Do We Become Free Of Offense?

    SUM Nation: This post is going to challenge you. However, working through the steps I discuss will, indeed, free you from the ugly snare of the enemy’s weapon of -offense. Surrendering the offense is the first step. Well, perhaps recognizing that you feel offended is where you begin. Recognize it and name it. Then say,

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  • Are You Weary In The Waiting?

    Are You Weary In The Waiting?

    Hello SUMite Nation, I’ve been traveling and so has Dineen. So Monday’s post is waaaaaay late and likely to show up in mail boxes on Tuesday. But, I’m moved to share a quick word of encouragement. Winning Him Without Words Study Group Over the past several weeks, I’ve been privileged to meet many of you

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  • I’m Baaaaack…

    I’m Baaaaack…

    Dear SUM family, it's so good to be back with you! I'm still recovering from this crazy shoulder thing that went from surgery for a bone spur to a frozen shoulder needing "manipulation." But I am on the mend, doing my physical therapy diligently, and I received a high five (well, more like mid-way…) from

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  • Broken In A Thousand Pieces But….. Jesus..

    Broken In A Thousand Pieces But….. Jesus..

    SUMites, ANOTHER profound email. What is happening in our community? Ten years of praying, believing, trusting. The fruit is ripe and I celebrate every victory in our SUMite Nation. And I continue to pray and trust for those yet to come. Today, please meet Kim Valentine. Her story is TRULY miraculous!!!!  Thank you Jesus. (Read

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  • He Became A Believer But It Wasn’t What I Expected

    He Became A Believer But It Wasn’t What I Expected

    SUMite Nation, it appears there is a lot happening in our community. I am so thrilled to share the emails that are arriving and pray they encourage us in our faith. Today, I bring a powerful message from Janet Sommer. Janet has written for us before in the years of her unequally yoked marriage. But today she has

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  • Healing The Heart Of The Spiritually Mismatched

    Healing The Heart Of The Spiritually Mismatched

    Over the past several weeks we have covered many topics about loneliness and suffering. We have looked at these through the lens of God’s Word and our unique marriage struggles. I feel as though it’s time to wrap up this series. So, how do we find healing?  And how do we maintain our healing as

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  • God Shows Up

    God Shows Up

    It’s the final day of our community fast. SUM family, what an experience. For me personally, at the beginning of the week, I was feeling far away from God. I had lost my will to pray and even reading His Word felt as a chore. I was stinging from family pain over the holidays and

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  • Praying Matthew 18:18 Day Three Community Fast

    Praying Matthew 18:18 Day Three Community Fast

    Welcome to Day Three of our Community Fast. I also want to welcome any listeners from the Bob Dutko Show (1:00 ET) who are joining us today. Your prayers have been heard by God. You have found an amazing home one the web. Take a minute to read about Our Community and plan to join us

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  • God Sent You To Earth On Purpose- 2016

    God Sent You To Earth On Purpose- 2016

    You were sent to earth by God. You were assigned a purpose, a divine destiny to accomplish while you live on earth. God knew it would be difficult to live on earth. He knows the challenges we face and the evil that has been set up to defeat us. Yet, He is looking for those

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  • Yep, We Are Lonely

    Yep, We Are Lonely

      Hi SUMites, Well it looks as though I hit upon a deep need. The responses to Monday’s post, asking all of you about loneliness in marriage were vast and passionate. The comments on that post as well as the private emails that arrived, are filled with tremendous emotions. I sat down and wrote down

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  • Authority – The Believer’s Responsibility

    Authority – The Believer’s Responsibility

    Last Monday we took a look at authority. The central message of this post is to clearly establish through scripture that Jesus passed His authority to His disciples, including modern day disciples. That would be us. We are commanded to follow in His teachings and to fulfil the purposes of the Kingdom of God. The

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  • Let’s Talk Trash!

    Let’s Talk Trash!

    The Shield of Righteousness Hello Nation of Amazing Believers! You are conquerors. Overcomers, sealed by the blood of Jesus. You are destined for GREATNESS. You are filled with the love our Sovereign God and blessed with the power of the Holy Spirit. You are people who live in a standard of truth and righteousness. You

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  • They Are ALWAYS Listening. Our Authority

    They Are ALWAYS Listening. Our Authority

    This is one of the most important post to read. Please take the time to make it to the bottom. Hugs, Lynn SUMites, after writing the post, Legal Permissions, that I was originally intended to post today, the Holy Spirit strongly impressed upon me that we need to first consider our authority in Jesus. That

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  • Community Fast: Monday. It’s About Holiness!

    Community Fast: Monday. It’s About Holiness!

    Daytime fast begins Monday. A Kingdom People Fast: I’m deeply moved that we should pray beginning this weekend in preparation for our fast together on Monday. The Lord is quickening my spirit to lead us to pray during this three days centered on holiness. I’m also keenly aware that following Rosh Hashanah we are leading

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  • The Rapture? And The Devil Must Repay…. So good!

    The Rapture? And The Devil Must Repay…. So good!

    Don't forget our community fast this Monday, September 14. Rosh Hashanah SUMite Family: We are indeed, living in an interesting season. I’ve spoken with my mom at length over the past few months about all of the end time scenarios that are being propagated in the Christian realm. These discussions are always fascinating and they

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  • For Every Mom Who Is Praying For A Prodigal

    For Every Mom Who Is Praying For A Prodigal

    AMAZING stories were shared on Monday! SUMites, it is a privilege to be among you. Your love for Jesus and your family coupled with your wisdom, is truly a gift to me, Dineen and our entire family here on the web.  Today I want to wrap up chapter four. I remain very passionate about the

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  • Persecution – The Books Of Peter – Will The Church Go Underground?

    Persecution – The Books Of Peter – Will The Church Go Underground?

    So…… Ahem, ya. (long sigh) I planned on writing about suffering. So this week I experienced persecution, first-hand. Sheesh! Why does that always happen? Peter shares a few common themes through his two books. Today we are going to look at suffering. Specifically let’s read: If you are insulted because of the name of Christ,

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  • Easter Praise-A-Thon

    Easter Praise-A-Thon

    Hello SUMite Nation,  Again!!!!!!  You did it again! This amazing family on the web emailed and left comments for Heidi that will fill her blossom tree. THANK YOU. You wrote words of faith, hope and love.  THAT is what the family of God looks like. THAT is unity in Christ. You loved on this woman

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  • Easter Community Miracle – SUMite Nation

    Easter Community Miracle – SUMite Nation

    My SUMite Friends,  Might I ask you today to join me in another Community Miracle?  In October, 2012 Dineen and I attended a conference together that radically changed our faith life and our ministry. It was an amazing conference. However, what you like don’t know is that one other woman traveled with us that year.

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