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26 Jan

Growing A Friendship from Bud to Bloom

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Growing A Friendship Series
Kindred spirit. Sidekick. Buddy. Whatever we call our friends, we often turn to them for advice. They have our backs and we have theirs. But close friendships don’t just happen. At some point, we become intentional about developing and maintaining a bond. I was reminded of this truth as I...
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12 Jan

A Tale of Two Chairs

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A few months ago, I decided to replace my dining room chairs.  I thought it would be a simple task.  I assure you it was not. There were so many choices.  And yet, deep down inside I knew my family and friends just want good conversation, a delicious meal and...
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15 Sep

Keep Calm and Pray On

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For my birthday, earlier this month, my son gave me a thoughtful gift.  I notice him watching me as I dart through my daily routine and responsibilities.  Sometimes I wonder what his thirteen year old mind is thinking as I juggle home, work, and ministry commitments. His gift told me...
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01 Sep

Where are your “what ifs” taking you?

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Contemplating possibilities can take us to many places. What happens when you imagine something wonderful or dwell on a worst case scenario? Pondering “what if” can frame our experience of what will be. In Exodus 3 and 4, we see a man bombarded by “what ifs.” His name is Moses....
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04 Aug

Peace for the Traveling Mind

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Traveling season is at its peak.  Trains, planes and automobiles are primed to receive passengers.  I’ve taken a few short trips this summer.  A weekend trip to Asheville, NC.  A day trip to Atlanta. These destinations may not prompt much excitement.  But I’ve been traveling elsewhere too. Between my family’s...
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30 Jun

What Happens After Amen?

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“Your blog saved my life today.” This was an unexpected greeting from a co-worker. I knew Nancy was a regular reader of this blog. However, her words left me stunned and curious. I asked her to explain. With her permission, she said I could share it with you too. A...
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10 Feb

The Maximum Impact Series, 2 of 3

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The Maximum Impact Series
Making an Impact with Grace As I rode in a hospital elevator a few weeks ago, a man asked, “How are they doing?” In an attempt to clear the confusion, I said, “Excuse me. How is who doing?” He said, “… the person you are visiting here in the hospital?”...
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09 Dec

What’s on your list?

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What would you like for Christmas?  As a child, I longed to hear those words from the jolly Santa at the local shopping center.  Who doesn’t want an invitation to share their happiness wish list? I do! I do! Now before I start listing items that would lead to material...
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