Matthew Ruttan

Tag: grace

  • The Problem with Religion [Sermon]

    The Problem with Religion [Sermon]

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    I realize it’s a strange title for a sermon, especially since I’m a pastor who considers himself a very “religious” person. Technically, the word “religion” comes from the same Latin root as “ligament,” meaning “to bind.” Through various beliefs and practices we “bind” ourselves to God and others. And that’s obviously a good thing. But…

  • Two Awesome Rules for Your Home No Matter Who You Are or What You Believe

    Two Awesome Rules for Your Home No Matter Who You Are or What You Believe

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    Every home has rules. Even the homes without rules have rules. (‘No rules’ is a rule!) Some are spoken, like ‘Put the toilet seat down.’ And some are unspoken, like ‘Don’t talk to dad until he’s had his first coffee.’ I realize it’s not popular to talk about rules. But what I’ve noticed is that…

  • The Random Act of Kindness Revolution

    The Random Act of Kindness Revolution

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    It was a call for help on Facebook. A woman didn’t have enough gas for her car. It was late in the evening, the gas station had changed its hours, and was now closed. But she needed to get to town to pick up her son. Pronto. Someone on the other end of a screen offered help. “I…