Author Archives: revstevehughes

About revstevehughes

Steve is an ordinary old(ish) guy with an extraordinary passion for God! He toured internationally for six years as a singer/songwriter, pastored churches in Switzerland, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the US, and now serves as a regional mobilizer with World Gospel Mission in Marion, Indiana. What you'll find here is neither the fruit of some colossal intellect nor the senseless ramblings of a mad man. You will find, however, nothing more than a random assortment of occasional thoughts.

Long Overdue for a Shout Out!

Posted on May 21, 2022 by revstevehughes

For some time now I’ve been thinking a lot about the people who have spoken into my life, believed in me, supported me, encouraged me, challenged me, and spurred me on. I have also come to realize, to my shame, … Continue reading →

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A Post-Christmas Thought on the 12th Day of Christmas

Posted on January 5, 2022 by revstevehughes

Joy! Peace! Love! Three words. Three simple words. Three elusive, often misunderstood monosyllabic words that are tossed around every Christmas by the religious, and the non-religious; Christian and non-Christian alike. “JOY to the world, the Lord is come” “PEACE on … Continue reading →

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40! Months of Testing, Resting, Training and Trusting

Posted on September 11, 2021 by revstevehughes

40! What is it about the number “40”?   40 years, 40 months, 40 weeks, 40 days Many numbers in general have a symbolic meaning in the Bible: eg. 3, 7, 12.  The number 40 is mentioned over 150 times … Continue reading →

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An Elevator Talk with a Prisoner

Posted on April 7, 2021 by revstevehughes

he doors flung open, and there was a prisoner in a wheel chair (in full prison-garb) flanked by security guards, police and medical personnel. I said, as I always do when Continue reading →

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Eyes to the Hills

Posted on May 1, 2020 by revstevehughes

In the midst of the chaos, in the midst of the confusion, is there any hope at all? Where does our help come from?

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O Sacred Head

Posted on April 10, 2020 by revstevehughes
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A Shout-Out to the Heroes and the Source of our Help

Posted on April 3, 2020 by revstevehughes

Many of you who have known me for a long time may not know that, for the past 2 years, I have had the opportunity to Continue reading →

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A Peaceful Repose – Psalm 23

Posted on March 27, 2020 by revstevehughes

In a world gone mad, in the midst of a global crisis, when chaos abounds, there is still a peace that surpasses all understanding for all who return to the loving arms of the Good Shepherd who loves us and … Continue reading →

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LENT AND LIFE: The Journey Explained

Posted on February 26, 2020 by revstevehughes

And so the journey begins – the journey to the Cross! In one sense, we make this trek once a year. It begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Good Friday, the day we commemorate the death of the Son … Continue reading →

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Today and Every Day

Posted on November 27, 2019 by revstevehughes

Today and every day, give thanks, with a grateful heart! In the midst of the storm when the tempest is raging, give thanks – the Master who calms the troubled seas is by your side. When the future looks bleak, … Continue reading →

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