John Partis
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ROOTED WHERE GOD PLANTS YOU
Some trees make an impression because of their height. Others because of their age. But the Cedar of Lebanon reminds us that true strength comes from something deeper — being firmly rooted and continually sustained by God. A mighty cedar doesn’t survive simply because it looks strong. Beneath the surface, it depends on water, nutrients…
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My God rules, OK!
This is a two part reflection on Paul’s quote of an ancient Greek poet found in Acts 17:28 My God rules, OK – Part 1 Apparently, moving house is one of the top five most stressful life events. It is more stressful even than starting a new job, getting a divorce or having a child!…
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Made New
Regeneration is one of the greatest miracles God performs. Through Jesus Christ, He does far more than improve our lives—He makes us completely new. Just as damaged land can be restored to health, God restores hearts that have been broken by sin, bringing spiritual life where there was once separation and hopelessness. The new birth…
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Hear and Write Now!
How Christian journaling is deepening my relationship with God my Father A little while ago I posted a blog reflection called “Christian Hope and the Imagination” (published on the 20th July 2026). In that blog I wrote about a poem I had written back in 1974. I had found the poem in an old exercise…
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When God Brings People Back Together
Have you ever wondered if someone you’ve lost might one day become part of God’s bigger story? Ellie certainly didn’t expect it. She went to pray… God reminded her to pray for the very friend who had betrayed her. Moments later… that same friend appeared. What looked like coincidence… was actually God’s perfect timing. Because…
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I’ve Got A Job!
“Postman’s come!” I shouted out. A moment before, a brown envelope had dropped through the letter box. Seventeen year old’s don’t get many letters! But it was addressed to me, and on it were the words “On Her Majesty’s Service” in bold print across the top. I knew who it was from. I tore the…
