Author: Matthew Ruttan
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Keeping composure under strain – a talk with Christine O’Reilly
In this podcast episode, I talk with Christine O’Reilly about keeping our composure under strain. She defines composure, discusses the fraying nature of our times, and offers suggestions to grow our capacity to maintain composure under strain.
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![The rope at the end of your rope [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/sunday-titles-1.png?w=1024)
The rope at the end of your rope [Sermon]
You don’t tend to know where “the end of your rope is” until you get there. In this sermon on Luke 18:35-43, I highlight how God can work in and through the desperate situations in our own lives.
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![Paradise is a Person [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/sunday-titles-15.png?w=1024)
Paradise is a Person [Sermon]
A lot of people are searching, they are dis-content. In this sermon about the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35) I reflect on the implications of the risen Jesus and our longing for contentment.
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An Army Chaplain reflects on the pandemic, resiliency, and becoming stronger as a country—a talk with Rev. the Capt. Andrew Cameron
In this podcast episode, I talk with Army Chaplain Andrew Cameron about resilience, the pandemic, and if it’s a fair comparison to say that living through pandemic times is like living through war times.
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![The Game Plan [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/sunday-titles-27.png?w=1024)
The Game Plan [Sermon]
Easter is good, not because of how we’re feeling, but because of what God is doing. This Easter sermon on Luke 24:-12 explores the most significant event ever: the resurrection of Jesus.
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Your Questions about Easter (and the answers)
Originally posted on Matthew Ruttan: How do a magical bunny, eggs, the names “Maundy” and “Good Friday,” and the death of an innocent man all come together? These questions often arise?this time of year so I’ve put them together in a blog. 1. Why does the date always change?? Christmas is a fixed day. But…
