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30 Oct

Because Fear Doesn’t Fight Fair

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In Difficult Times
Boo! Don’t worry, I’m not trying to scare you. It’s an illustration. Practical jokers use this one syllable weapon to startle their unsuspecting victims. It plays on our vulnerabilities. It causes a paralysis in our faith and keeps us from standing in the promises of God. Of course, there is...
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01 May

My First Contact with The Racism Virus

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In Difficult Times
At 9, I had an up-close and personal look at the racial divide. It happened during my family’s trip to a suburban Chicago shopping mall. As we exited a large department store, another child got my attention. He was with his family too. I wondered if he was just as...
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10 Apr

When Broken Is Made Better

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In Difficult Times
As I walked into a backyard bridal shower, a lovely scene awaited the guests and the soon-to-be bride. White linens covered round tables while vases of flowers took center stage. Suddenly, a strong wind interrupted the perfectly sunny day. One of the vases fell, causing water and flower petals to...
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20 Feb

Running on Empty (with Ridiculous Faith)

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In Difficult Times
There’s something powerful about praising God; especially, when it feels like we have nothing left. Delighting in Him pushes logic off the cliff of reason when we there is no patience, energy, resources or vision of a would-be victory. And yet, even if there’s no fruit from our labor, no...
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31 Oct

The Upside to Life Upside Down

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In Difficult Times
Generally speaking, flipping anything from top to bottom is not a good thing. There are the notable exceptions of acrobatics, the rehab of a house in ruins and of course, pineapple upside down cake. But the term “upside down” means disaster in the housing market, stock market and in our...
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19 Sep

A Storm Like No Other

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“This storm is like no other.” The meteorologist’s words were sobering. I know each storm is unique in its intensity and potential for damage. But Hurricane Florence was on its way to North Carolina. Our home sits in the middle of the state, three hours inland from the coast. Bottled...
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