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A Rainbow Reminds Me Of…
With major companies changing their websites and Instagram accounts to include colorful arrays, here are five things the rainbow reminds me of: Beauty – looking up after a raincloud’s passing and seeing the colors displayed vividly across the sky reminds … Continue reading
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Three Reminders from Elijah’s Road Trip
Elijah was a mighty Prophet of God. He witnessed spectacular, dramatic and powerful displays of God’s power. However, Elijah was “a man with a nature just like ours” (James 5:17). Even though we’re not calling fire from heaven, there are … Continue reading
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What in the World is Going On?
With cultural values changing almost daily, maybe you’re thinking, “What in the world is going on?” If so, check out this short video on the effects of postmodern thought:
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Yappy Dogs
I must confess; “yappy dogs” are driving me nuts. Let me explain. This week I’ve been working outside cleaning and staining our deck. The weather has been perfect, but there are two little dogs that constantly bark. Funny thing though, … Continue reading
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It Happened on a Friday…
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I love Fridays. They’re usually days filled with a sense of accomplishment and anticipation of good things ahead…but not so last week… On Friday, our nation was shocked by the news of a heinous act in Newtown,…
Do You Need Encouragement?
There’s a longing in our souls to know there’s more to this life than what we see. In the daily routine, there can be ups, downs, and even boredom. Relationships can bring encouragement, but quite often; discouragement. The first century … Continue reading
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Stumped Toes and Skinned Knees
Sometimes the journey of faith is filled with “stumped toes” and “skinned knees”. Do you ever feel like sitting down, tending to your wounds, and giving up? If so, you’re not alone. Jesus understands the struggles we face. Think about … Continue reading
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Sometimes I Need a Dirt Road
I grew up with dirt roads; walking on them, throwing rocks from them, wondering about the other end of them, and eventually needing help getting out of ditches along them. Lately, I’ve found myself needing one. Not to get more … Continue reading
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Squirrels are Punks
I know there are things about squirrels I should appreciate, but to be honest, they’re punks. I mean, try to spend a few moments out on the deck reading and see what happens. Recently I did, and as usual here … Continue reading
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Kingdom Service is Never Insignificant
Recently I spent some time visiting with friends I’ve not seen in many years. Naturally it was great to get caught up, but there was one specific thing that made the visit extra special for me. There was a man … Continue reading
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Christian Leaders and the Pressure to Compromise
When in a leadership position, one’s core beliefs can often be threatened. It may not always be directly aimed at you, but the pressure to compromise can build up over time. It may feel like the result of current cultural … Continue reading
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Mothers
Mother’s Day Caring Moms are a gift from God, and a reflection of His love. As you express your appreciation or ponder her memory, remember to thank the One who created her. “Love is patient…kind…selfless…” – I Cor. 13
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The Essentials: Part 5-Heaven
When you picture Heaven, what do you see? Do you imagine a garden paradise of rest? Joyful reunions? Or maybe a Bible-celebrity mansion tour? For sure, there are many wonderful things about Heaven, but not everything you hear is consistent … Continue reading
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Def Leppard Almost Got it Right
Back-in-the-day I was a “Hair Band” kind of guy. Of course, in the 80s a lot of us were cranking up the metal, but one song (even then) perplexed me; Def Leppard’s “Rock of Ages”. No, it wasn’t the strange … Continue reading
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A Golden Nugget to Pass Along
My inbox reminds me of a certain space on our kitchen counter where things appear “out of nowhere”. However, today one of the many emails was a golden nugget from Chuck Swindoll. It came via his blog to pastors, but … Continue reading
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You Are Special…So Act Like It
This week I’m reminded of the book “You are Special” by Max Lucado. It’s a timeless classic and one of my favorites. In it, we follow the journey of a Wemmick named Punchinello (Wemmicks are small wooden people carved by … Continue reading
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Can God Make a Rock He Can’t Move?
You’ve probably heard the classic question, “Can God make a rock so big He can’t move it?” Yeah, I know it’s a silly notion, but I’ve been pondering it lately in a different way. Regarding His power, “What would God’s … Continue reading
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Lasting Influence
It’s been said that, “Leadership is Influence”. John Maxwell is most often credited with the quote, but it’s an old truth; one history reveals in powerful stories of success and failure. As I thought and prayed through the end/beginning of … Continue reading
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Life after Christmas
I’ve been thinking about Mary and Joseph “the-day-after”. The whole scene at the manger has always intrigued me, what with total strangers showing up to celebrate, only to leave and tell everyone in town about it. So what about the … Continue reading
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Does it Really Matter? The Essentials: Part 4-Who is Jesus?
Asking “Who is Jesus?” on the street in most cities would rarely produce a clear consensus. No other name in history equals His influence, but there are still various opinions of Christ. It’s interesting how little that’s changed in 2,000 … Continue reading
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