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Mary Ashley
- Oct 26, 2020
- 7 min
Christ's Example of Humility
As I was out on a walk yesterday talking with a friend, I was reminded of the stark contrast in the way in which we, as Christians, are to both live out and define the characteristics which exemplify our new life in Christ. Specifically, I've been meditating on the idea of humility. As we observe the ever-present contention and oftentimes prideful arrogance in the discussions and debates around us, the idea of humility seems to both be missing and convoluted in our subjective
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Mary Ashley
- May 22, 2020
- 10 min
My Story - You Who Once Were Far Away
"But now in Christ Jesus, you who were once far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ." - Ephesians 2:13 I was just a young girl dealing with much of the insecurities many young girls battle with. If it wasn't a hatred for my nose, it was wishing I had a slimmer build like my sister. I grew up Catholic. I even wore the white gown and held the Bible for the priest as he read from scripture. I remember sitting in the confessional room, except this time there w
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Mary Ashley
- May 15, 2020
- 6 min
Why is Jesus Worth Defending?
In my last post, we discussed that Christian apologetics is not just for the trained, philosophical and theological thinkers, or those with a burning passion for it. Christian apologetics, as Peter outlines, is for all Christians. He teaches that we are to honor Christ as Lord in our hearts while always being prepared to give a defense for our faith and the hope we have in Jesus. We are to do it with gentleness, respect, and keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak
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Mary Ashley
- Nov 2, 2019
- 11 min
The Attribute of Anxiousness
The more I get to know those around me or discuss the illusions of having it all together, I find that anxiety plagues the minds of many. One of my entire chapters in, "And Still You Called: Walking in Christ's Freedom With A Broken Past", I expand upon my own personal battles with anxiety. This blog post is an excerpt from that chapter unpacking what scripture has to say about this particular subject. I hope it brings you hope in the midst of whatever you're facing and ultim
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