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Surprise!
Ever found yourself in the middle of a situation that you never thought possible? Maybe it is a great thing and you feel ‘lucky’ that it happened to you. Or, more likely, it is some sad or difficult development that… Continue reading
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More than an act
This weekend, I watched some gifted teenage students step into roles for a stage production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Nick, who is a kind and grounded young man, transformed into the selfish and cruel archdeacon of Notre Dame.… Continue reading
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Your Life Depends on It
Most mornings, around 5:30, I awaken and my first act is to turn on the lights of my bedroom! I love light! Yesterday a gray, foggy morning made me feel depressed, but with the arrival of the sunshine later in… Continue reading
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The Power of the Truth
Last week, I reconnected with a man I’ve known for many years. In his youth, he was entangled in drugs and crime. But then he encountered Christ, turned his life around, and built a life blessed by God. He married,… Continue reading
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Love Endures!
Tomorrow, I have the privilege of consecrating a marriage, officiating the wedding ceremony of two wonderful people I have known since they were children. What we will do in that sacred moment is holy work—the beautiful creation of a new… Continue reading
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How do you see?
It’s a new week. How are you entering it? Are you groaning, sighing, seeing only the piles of obligations that stretch in front of you? Did you wake up with a sigh or a song? Let’s be reminded that we… Continue reading
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Shallow roots?
Is your faith in Christ Jesus strong, a rich resource for you, giving you the kind of convictions that shape your thoughts, words, and actions? Or, is ‘faith’ a Sunday thing, a kind of sentimental experience, or just a tradition… Continue reading
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My life will not end
My younger brother jokes with me about my age and declares “I’m going to live to be 500 years old.” Yes, it’s a joke and he knows it. Even reaching 100 years is a rarity. However, I know this –… Continue reading
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Those who keep you standing
In the earlier years of adult life, I tended to be a “Lone Ranger,” doing life on my own. My desire to finish tasks in what I considered to be an efficient way took priority over building relationships and teams.… Continue reading
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In Pursuit of Greater Joy
We love “more” don’t we? Last year, I found a story about a national seafood restaurant chain’s experience with an offer of “endless” that made me laugh. Customers were offered as much shrimp as they wanted with their meal as… Continue reading
