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Stories & Illustrations — Growth

115 illustrations

All (195)📖 Stories & Illustrations (115)⛪ LensLines™ (54)🙏 Devotionals (12)🎯 Application Points (6)💬 Quotes (3)💭 Theological Reflections (3)📖 story (2)

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When Patience - Biblical Analogy

There was a wise old gardener in the heart of the community. Every spring, he would plant the most beautiful flowers, ones that would make even the most hardened heart smile. But what many didn’t see was the meticulous care...

1 Corinthians 13:4-7Christocentric

271 words

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The Example of Faith - Contemporary Example

There’s a dear woman in our congregation named Margaret. A few years ago, she faced an unimaginable trial: her husband was diagnosed with a terminal illness. As you can imagine, the news was devastating. Margaret was not a stranger to...

2 Timothy 1:7Roman Catholic

275 words

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A Story of Forgiveness - Story

Just a few years ago, I encountered a remarkable story of transformation through forgiveness that still stirs my heart today. A woman named Sarah, a member of our church, faced betrayal when her closest friend, whom she had nurtured through...

Romans 8:28Eastern Orthodox

249 words

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The Example of Love - Contemporary Example

There’s a story that warms my heart about a young couple named Sarah and David, who live in a small town. With three children and both working demanding jobs, life can feel like a whirlwind. One evening, after a long...

Proverbs 3:5-6Lutheran

272 words

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The Example of Understanding - Story

Late one evening, in a small town, a woman named Ruth found herself walking along a dimly lit path. A recent storm had knocked out the streetlights, leaving her surrounded by darkness. As she hesitated, unsure of her next step,...

Galatians 5:22-23Progressive/Social Justice

254 words

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When Patience - Contemporary Example

Let me tell you about a dear sister in our church named Mother Johnson. At 72 years old, she embodies patience and obedience in a way that draws us all in. For years, she has prayed for her son, Mark,...

1 Corinthians 13:4-7Christocentric

250 words

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A Story of Salvation - Contemporary Example

There’s a young woman named Maria who found herself entrenched in a life that felt like a never-ending cycle of darkness. Growing up, she had dreams of becoming an artist, a dream overshadowed by the weight of addiction and despair....

1 Corinthians 13:4-7Missional

256 words

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The Power of Justice - Contemporary Example

There’s a story of a young woman named Sarah who lived in a city where community ties had frayed. People felt disconnected, and justice seemed like a distant dream for those in need. Yet, Sarah felt a stirring in her...

Ephesians 2:8-9Arminian/Wesleyan

254 words

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A Story of Justice - Story

There’s a small community in the heart of a bustling city where a remarkable woman named Clara has made her home. For years, she has opened her doors to those in need, transforming her modest living room into a refuge...

Matthew 28:19-20Missional

264 words

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When Forgiveness - Story

There was a young woman named Sarah who had always dreamed of becoming a professional dancer. From a tender age, she poured her heart into her craft, practicing long hours in front of her mirror and performing in local shows....

Matthew 28:19-20Anglican

269 words

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A Story of Love - Contemporary Example

In a small town where the seasons change dramatically, there lived a woman named Sarah. Every year, she planted a garden, pouring her heart into nurturing the soil, choosing the perfect seeds, and tending to them with great care. But...

Ephesians 2:8-9Arminian/Wesleyan

249 words

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When Patience - Story

There was a young woman named Simone, who lived in a small town where faith was woven into the very fabric of daily life. She carried a dream in her heart—she wanted to open a bakery, a place where the...

1 Corinthians 13:4-7Christocentric

255 words

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When Patience - Quote

Sister Mary sat in her garden every morning, the rising sun embracing her as she tended to her plants. You see, she had a deep love for her flowers, particularly the roses. Each spring, she would carefully plant the seeds,...

1 Corinthians 13:4-7Christocentric

263 words

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The Example of Goodness - Story

In a small town, a humble woman named Ruth ran a little flower shop that seemed almost magical. Every morning as the sun peeked over the horizon, she would open her doors and greet the world with a warm smile,...

1 Corinthians 13:4-7Missional

236 words

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The Example of Perseverance - Story

There was once a young woman named Sarah, who faced the daunting challenge of training for a marathon. She had never run more than a few miles at a time, and the thought of 26.2 miles felt insurmountable. But deep...

Joshua 1:9Missional

263 words

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A Story of Mercy - Contemporary Example

A few months ago, I met a woman named Sarah at a local coffee shop. She was visibly troubled, her eyes reflecting a storm of emotions. As we talked, she shared her struggle with feelings of inadequacy in her faith....

Psalm 46:10Traditional

255 words

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The Example of Goodness - Story

In a small town where the winters are long and harsh, there lived a woman named Clara, known for her remarkable garden. Each spring, vibrant flowers would burst forth, painting her yard with colors that brought joy to everyone who...

Romans 8:28Progressive/Social Justice

255 words

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The Example of Faith - Story

There was a young woman named Maria who had always longed to cultivate her own garden. One day, she finally took the plunge and purchased a small plot of land in her backyard, filled with rocky soil and the remnants...

Jeremiah 29:11Missional

265 words

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A Story of Courage - Contemporary Example

There’s a young woman named Sarah, a teacher in a small town, who faced a daunting challenge. Just last year, her school had been struggling—funding cuts loomed, and morale was low. Many of her colleagues had started to look for...

Hebrews 11:1Arminian/Wesleyan

271 words

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A Story of Justice - Biblical Analogy

There was a small village nestled between two mountains, where the river flowed freely, nourishing the land. For years, one man named Antonio, known for his unwavering faith, would take every opportunity to help those in need. He believed that...

Philippians 4:13Reformed

267 words

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Lessons from Understanding - Story

There’s a small garden in my neighborhood that never fails to capture my attention. It belongs to an elderly woman named Ruth, who tenderly tends to it every day. One afternoon, I watched her inspect each plant with a gaze...

Psalm 46:10Black Church

239 words

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The Example of Patience - Contemporary Example

There’s a small community garden in my neighborhood, tended by a diverse group of volunteers. One spring, a young woman named Sarah joined us. She was passionate and eager to make her mark, but the soil was rocky, and the...

Jeremiah 29:11Anabaptist

245 words

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Lessons from Compassion - Biblical Analogy

In a small town nestled between rolling hills, there lived a weary gardener named Samuel. Each spring, he would plant seeds, his hands deep in the soil, coaxing life from the earth. This year, however, a sudden frost threatened to...

Jeremiah 29:11Traditional

264 words

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The Example of Goodness - Story

Last summer, I found myself drawn to a small community garden in my neighborhood. The garden was a patchwork of colors, with vibrant tomatoes, sturdy sunflowers, and delicate herbs, all lovingly tended by residents who poured their hearts into the...

Jeremiah 29:11Arminian/Wesleyan

256 words

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