Posts by Dana Gladieux

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DAILY THANKSGIVINGS 

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When I think about that first Thanksgiving, I wonder if we’ve lost sight of its true meaning.. It’s not about the busyness of getting food prepared, bracing ourselves for family squabbles, overeating yummy food and saying a word of thanks....


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Making Your Spouse a Priority in Your Marriage

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It’s so easy for marriage to drift into autopilot. Between work, school, sports, and household responsibilities, it’s understandable that husbands and wives aren’t commonly finding time and space for “marriage” on their agendas. But marriage isn’t just about two people—it’s...


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Putting God First in Your Marriage 

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It’s so easy for marriage to drift into autopilot. Between work, school, sports, and household responsibilities, it’s understandable that husbands and wives aren’t commonly finding time and space for “marriage” on their agendas. But marriage isn’t just about two people—it’s...


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What Happens When Jesus Returns?

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We just wrapped up a message series exploring some of life’s biggest questions—like what happens when Jesus comes back?  Many of life’s toughest questions, like this one, are beyond practical reasoning, or questions that require us to lean on our...


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Is Jesus Really Coming Back? 

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Life is busy. Between work, family schedules, and daily responsibilities, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters—our faith in God and the hope of Jesus’ return. At Shepherd’s Gate Church, we help families stay grounded in Scripture while...


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Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?

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It’s that time of year when summer fades into Fall, kids are back in school, and family routines settle into a new rhythm. October brings the excitement of Halloween—candy, costumes, pumpkin carving, and the thrill of a night spent with...


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Do I Really Need to Go to Church? 

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If you’ve ever asked, “Do I really have to go to church?” — you’re not alone. Between kids’ activities, work schedules, and the endless weekend to-do list, it’s easy to feel like church is optional. After all, can’t you just...


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At Home with the Childers

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Life is busy. Between work, school, and family schedules, it’s easy for faith to take a back seat. But faith is not just a Sunday morning activity—it shapes how we parent, how we connect with our spouse, and how we...


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Will I Be With God When I Die? 

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Life is full of big questions, and often the simplest one is the most profound: What happens when I die?  Perhaps you’ve thought about it late at night. Maybe a loved one’s illness brought it to your mind. Or maybe...


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Do all religions lead to God?

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Today, we’re tackling another question many of us wrestle with:  “Do all religions lead to God?” Maybe even, could all religions lead to God?  It’s a question that’s everywhere, or an idea that’s mentioned casually—in social media debates, at the...