Blue Oaks Blog

Blue Oaks Blog

Articles and Stories to encourage you in your spiritual growth

“Have faith in God,” Jesus answered. “Truly I tell you, if anyone says to this mountain. ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and does not doubt in their heart but believes that what they say will happen, it will be…

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What exactly is dating? Some define dating as two people discovering whether or not they are a good match. Other people describe it as the time in which you are currently in a relationship with someone, or others may define…

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Throughout the life of Jesus, it is clear to see that community was an important part of his life. When he initially began his ministry on Earth, he gathered a group of 12 disciples that served as his unique and…

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The Christmas Season:The meaning of Christmas can often be overlooked during the hectic holiday season. With Santa Claus, department store sales, shopping, decorations, and family gatherings, it can be easy to get caught up in the busy Christmas traditions. We…

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The development of our character begins at a very young age. Through interactions with caregivers, siblings, or even friends, these significant relationships teach us how to treat others through finding out how we want to be treated ourselves. Through each…

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Everyone wants to hear the word “yes.” When we ask someone to do us a favor, spend time with us, or ask an important question, we wait and anticipate the word “yes.” Yes means love, hope, a fresh start, a…

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Words are powerful. There is a classic phrase that has been around for generations: Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words cannot hurt me. Although some may disagree, it is fair to assume that, in most instances, this…

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Belief takes on a large role in the making of our lived realities. Our beliefs dictate what is important to us, what we trust in, and how we make sense of the world around us. We hold tightly to our…

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Introduction For individuals over 73 years old with Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), understanding Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and their tax implications is crucial. One efficient way to manage these distributions while supporting charitable causes is through Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).…

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1. What is baptism? Baptism is an outward expression of an inward change. It’s a public declaration of how Jesus changed your life. Being baptized shows others that you’ve decided to follow Jesus, and allows them to celebrate this decision…

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