Jerry Scott
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Right at my weakest point!
I am the clichéd male when it comes to asking for directions. I just won’t stop and ask for help, no matter how lost I am. Yep, it is a matter of pride. Somehow, someway I believe if I keep… Continue reading
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In the Church and the church! (not a typo)
Unity is a much celebrated, little practiced, Christian ideal! In every part of life, including religion, Americans have a hard time setting aside their individualism, their competitiveness, and their ‘rights’ for the greater good. We are quick to resist any… Continue reading
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Remember!
Six years ago this morning, at the same hour that I am writing these words, thousands of people were headed to catch planes, off to work, just another ordinary – albeit beautiful – day! At the same hour, 19 young… Continue reading
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You can do it, He will help!
Home Depot’s ad line addressed to people like me who aspire to do our own home repairs says, “You can do it, we can help!” It’s a great line, but I am not sure how accurate it really is. That… Continue reading
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Happyland – Jesus style
Patrick Lencioni recently wrote a book called, Three Signs of a Miserable Job, in which he reports that three quarters of Americans hate their job. Most want to quit and ‘do something meaningful,’ but don’t because they believe they need… Continue reading
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Apparent or Authentic?
When I was 9 or 10, our family was invited to visit a resort owned by Dad’s friend. It featured a Western town, complete with a daily confrontation between the sheriff and the bad guys on “Main Street.” The fact… Continue reading
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Making sense of life
Hundreds of messages come at me each day from all kinds of sources. Pundits tell me what to think about a range of options from politics to economics to religion. Then, too, many demand change as they warn about the… Continue reading
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A Spirit thing
Anthony spills over with enthusiasm every time we talk. Not so long ago, he was a typical American man; focused on making money, getting the cute girl, and driving his Hummer to impress. But it wasn’t returning the happiness he… Continue reading
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A Beloved son
One of the demons that I deal with on a regular basis is one that tries to make me feel worthless! My life is filled with good things. I work diligently at my call. I enjoy wonderful friendships and opportunities.… Continue reading
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Greater than you
Nehemiah listened to the men tell about what they saw on their long trip to Jerusalem, or what remained of the city. He remembered the stories his mother told of the splendor of God’s Temple, of the shining city on… Continue reading
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