Posts with the tag “sanctification”
The Refiner's Fire: Finding Purpose in Life's Challenges
by Bob DeFelice on July 28th, 2025
Have you ever felt like life was beating you down, sifting you through trials and tribulations?Perhaps you've wondered why God allows difficulties to enter your life, or questioned the purpose behind your struggles. The truth is, these challenges are all a part of God's divine process - one that refines us, shapes us, and ultimately prepares us for a greater purpose in Him.Just as wheat must go th... Read More
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Sanctification - Growing in God's Grace
by Bob DeFelice on July 14th, 2025
The Journey of Sanctification: Growing in God's GraceLife often presents us with challenges that leave us questioning, "Why me, Lord?" In those moments of struggle, it's easy to feel lost, angry, or ready to give up. But what if these trials are actually part of a greater purpose? What if God is using these difficult times to shape us, refine us, and prepare us for something more?This is the essen... Read More
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Holy Spirit In Us - Conviction
by Bob DeFelice on May 27th, 2025
The Gentle Whisper of Conviction: Understanding the Holy Spirit's Role in Our LivesIn our spiritual journey, we often encounter moments of discomfort, a nagging feeling that something isn't quite right. This isn't mere coincidence or random guilt—it's the gentle whisper of the Holy Spirit, working to convict us and guide us closer to God's heart. Today, let's explore the profound role of convictio... Read More
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Getting Real with God
by Bob DeFelice on February 2nd, 2024
Dear Friends,
I had coffee with an old colleague (and he was asking me if I thought the Bible was REAL?). He’d had a near death experience a few months ago (during a medical procedure) – and came back with many questions. He knew my story and now was motivated to learn more.
We talked about – my three favorite topics –
Where do we come from?
What am I doing here? … and
Where am I going after here?
I don’t know if he felt my joy Read More
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HOPE Blog ... Pastor Bob DeFelice
Sometimes random - sometimes not - some things I think - measured against scripture.
"Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."
~ 2 Timothy 2:15
"Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."
~ 2 Timothy 2:15
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