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Finding Hope After Loss: Suicide Survivor Support in the Texas Hill Country
Faith in Action Ministry launches new suicide survivor support in the Texas Hill Country. Our team combines lived experience with faith-centered care for those grieving this unique loss. We offer bi-weekly groups, one-on-one support, and special understanding for veterans and military families. No timeline for grief—just compassionate fellowship on the journey toward healing.
Trace Pirtle
May 216 min read
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Christianity and Martial Arts: Mike Deegan's Integration of Faith at Iron Mantis
In the Texas Hill Country, Mike Deegan's Iron Mantis Martial Arts Academy offers more than just self-defense training. Drawing from his journey from incarceration to ministry, Mike integrates Christian virtues with traditional Chinese kung fu. Like the Tai Chi symbol itself, he views these seemingly opposing traditions as complementary forces that create something greater together—building both physical skill and spiritual character in his students.
Trace Pirtle
May 147 min read
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Murphy's Law vs. Fruit of the Spirit: A Sunday Morning Revelation
Ever had one of those days where everything seems to go wrong? From stubbed toes to bad coffee, the author's chaotic Sunday morning seemed governed by Murphy's Law. But a timely spiritual revelation changed everything. We can break free from negative thought patterns by shifting focus to the Fruit of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Christians have spiritual resources to transform how we respond to life's e
Trace Pirtle
May 116 min read
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The Course and the Cross: Jeff Healey's Christian Testimony
This post is the Christian testimony of marathon runner Jeff Healey, who wrote it in 2021 while in Celebrate Recovery.
Trace Pirtle
May 413 min read
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Morning Prayers to Start Your Day with Purpose
Discover powerful morning prayers to start your day with God’s purpose and peace. This post offers Christian morning routines, daily devotional tips, and sample prayers to help you build a consistent, faith-filled start. Learn how morning prayer strengthens your faith, aligns your heart, and guides your day.
Trace Pirtle
May 24 min read
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Welcome to Faith in Action Ministry
Faith in Action Ministry brings Christian outreach to nursing homes, veterans, and the incarcerated across the Texas Hill Country. Join us in putting faith into action!
Trace Pirtle
Apr 273 min read
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Fellowship of the Unashamed
Although the letter's author and origin are questioned, its impact is not. This letter has Holy Spirit power. It may not transform a bench-warming, lukewarm Christian into a later-day D.L. Moody evangelist, but who knows what God can do with those of us who subscribe to the Fellowship of the Unashamed?
Trace Pirtle
Apr 212 min read
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He Is Risen!
This post reminds us that "He is risen" and calls us to establish new ministries or recommit to established ones. Let's be "doers of the word" as ambassadors of Christ.
Trace Pirtle
Apr 203 min read
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