Are You Prepared?
While I am not a football player, I ran the Disney Princess half-marathon in 2012. I ran in below freezing temperatures in Washington D.C. until I injured my foot on my longest run yet. At about the ninth mile, I got a …
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God’s Ways
Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. Psalm 25:4 How are we to know God’s ways? Engagement of scriptures, prayers, and journaling are some of the ways we can be taught God’s paths. The Bible tells the …
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The Ordinary
3 And they were calling to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty the whole earth is full of his glory.” Isaiah 6:3 (New International Version) Blessing the Ordinary Let these words lay themselves like a …
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Winning the Prize
“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will …
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Making Plans
As I have been unpacking essentials at the parsonage, I opened a seasonal box by mistake. In it I found this mug and Christmas themed table setting for twelve. I barely remember packing this box months ago. There they …
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Wise Like an Ant
Summer is often the season of preparation. We prepare for fall, start of school, we use the dusty toys in our garages. A friend told me that if you plant in the rainy season of July then your plants will be fruitful in …
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Freedom in Christ
On the Fourth of July, many people look forward to grill outs, pool parties, parades, and fireworks. There is usually tasty food and festive times with family and friends. We don our red, white, and blue outfits proudly! …
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Making a Recommendation
Suppose someone were to ask you: What’s your favorite local restaurant? Where’s the best place for auto repair? Where do you like to get a haircut? Most of us would have quick answers for these questions, especially if …
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Gifted for God’s Work
I have often admired people with real artistic talent. I’ve also admired people who show compassion for others so naturally and easily. I’m amazed when I am around people who seem to know the right thing to say at the …
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