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About jamiezirkle

I am an imperfect man of God trying to live an obedient life pleasing to the Lord.

The Two Gardens

Choices; everyone has them. Hope; everyone needs it. “In the beginning” of the Bible there is a book called, Genesis. It’s a beautiful beginning to a complex Bible. I can remember a friend of mine telling me that the Bible … Continue reading

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Lay Your Hands on Me

Jairus was the father of a 12 year old girl that was near death. He was a ruler in the synagogue in Capernaum according to Mark 5:22. To be in this position meant that you were well known and had … Continue reading

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In a Darkened Womb

Somewhere within our home, perhaps still stuck to the side of our refrigerator, we have the ultrasound photos of our two boys. One is now 12 and the other one will be 2 in June of this year. I can … Continue reading

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Even though the winds are strong

My wife and I used to watch the show, Deadliest Catch, for a number of seasons and somehow for reasons unknown we just stopped watching. I’m not sure what drew us to the show but we found ourselves glued to … Continue reading

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Speak to your Mountain

Goliath walked out toward David with  his shield bearer ahead of him, sneering in contempt of this ruddy-faced boy. “Am I a dog, that you would come at me with a stick?” And he CURSED David by the names of … Continue reading

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Hope for the Mess That You Made

The Bible says, “And the Lord God made clothing from animal skins for Adam and his wife.” Genesis 3:21 (NLT). Have you ever really messed up in life? I mean have you done something so bad that you couldn’t forgive … Continue reading

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And so It Happened

You may be in the midst of a very long season that has drained your emotions and challenged your faith but there is a word that God has for you today. But in order for you to really receive this … Continue reading

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Popsicles at Recess

My son really enjoys life. He’s a great kid and I couldn’t be more proud of him. As I sit here typing out this blog I am faced with a number of family photos on the bulletin board in front … Continue reading

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I Walk On Water; Sometimes

There is a story found in the Bible about a man who walks on water (Matthew 14:22-33). Jesus is in the story but the focus isn’t really on him and that’s the problem. Jesus had just finished a long day … Continue reading

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The Great Divider

Donald Trump likes to refer to President Obama as the “great divider.” Wait! Don’t stop reading! This is NOT a political rant bent on causing some more Facebook drama. Trust me, Facebook already looks like Romper Room and it doesn’t … Continue reading

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