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Easter, 2025, is history, or is it?
The holiday is history. “What did all mean?” I asked myself this morning. There were the bunnies, eggs, and flowers carried over from ancient pagan celebrations of Spring that were, for some, all it was. Christians focused on the story… Continue reading
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Finding Peace
This week I wrestled with making a decision that would have brought significant changes to my life. I pondered the best choice, trying to factor in each component – my financial state, the future, how it would impact my personal… Continue reading
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For the whole world!
The reality of suffering and evil that exist all around me are too real to me today. This globe knows millions who live among the devastation of war. Thousands die when strong men order missiles and bombs to fall. National… Continue reading
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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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