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About Douglas Hoven

Douglas Hoven is a REALTOR® by trade in the Southeastern part of VA and Northeastern part of NC. He is a dedicated Presbyterian, married for over twenty years to his amazing wife, and a grateful father of five children. Doug calls himself a student of life, learning most from the voices of those who have gone before - authors long passed - and from the ups and downs of his own life journey. His writing flows out of faith, family, and the conviction that God uses both our valleys and our victories to shape us for His glory.

Is God Love, and Love Alone?

Posted on September 21, 2014 by Douglas Hoven

Nowadays, it has become more commonplace to hear that “God is love”, “He is a God of love, he wouldn’t condemn anyone!”, etc. Is this view biblical? Is this what is found throughout the holy scriptures, or does it contradict … Continue reading →

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Salvation

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Douglas Hoven

“I believe nothing merely because Calvin taught it, but because I have found his teaching in the Word of God.” – Charles Spurgeon This should probably be addressed sooner rather than later, as it will come out later all throughout … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Thoughts

Posted on September 7, 2014 by Douglas Hoven

To go along with the previous post, our thoughts are equally as important as our words. We are judged by the world based on our words, but God sees through our words and sees into our mind and heart. Hebrews … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Words

Posted on September 7, 2014 by Douglas Hoven

The words we speak affect those who hear them. The words we hear affect us whether we realize it or not. What we hear influences how we feel about our self. We internalize them. The television shows we subject ourselves … Continue reading →

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Christ is the Only Way to heaven. Why preaching a “different Jesus” matters.

Posted on September 6, 2014 by Douglas Hoven

This will be the first of many on this topic. To make one full length post would be too lengthy. Initially I want to discuss discernment, distinguishing between the gospel (Christianity) vice a man made religion (prosperity gospel, LDS, Islam, … Continue reading →

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Encouragement from God’s Word

Posted on September 5, 2014 by Douglas Hoven

Life is tough. People say that “life is short”, and as James call it “a vapor”, but it is the longest thing we will ever do. We go through things we don’t understand. Things happen to us that we don’t … Continue reading →

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Do we need to ask forgiveness for our sins?

Posted on September 5, 2014 by Douglas Hoven

I logically wouldn’t think this needs to be covered, but through my interactions with other people I have learned that it does. In some circles it is taught that 1 John 1:9 is written to the lost, not the Christian. … Continue reading →

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The Great Commission: Should it really be the first thing a new Christian pursues?

Posted on September 5, 2014 by Douglas Hoven

Matthew 28:16-20….16But the eleven disciples proceeded to Galilee, to the mountain which Jesus had designated. 17When they saw Him, they worshiped Him; but some were doubtful. 18And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given … Continue reading →

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What’s the Point?

Posted on September 5, 2014 by Douglas Hoven

With everything that is on the television, internet, and radio, why do we need one more joker sharing his opinion on stuff we don’t care about? The reason I am doing this is for spiritual growth, to bring others to … Continue reading →

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