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Brick and Mortar, Paper and Ink
I realize I am writing on a computer and posting this to the internet. I am not trying to make a rant about NOT doing things one way. This is a plea more for the both/and of life. There are some who are trying really hard to go entirely digital. Their libraries, their research, etc., are close to paperless. It’s…
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Farewell and Hello
I used to set goals for each year. I got away from it because somehow in setting goals it also implied a deadline. Now, I am trying to realize that I need to take time to re-evaluate my goals from time to time. Forget the timeline in many cases. For instance, I need to set a target weight for my…
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Top 2011 List — No Order, and No Number
I have no way to organize a “Top Ten” list of any sort. Even trying to remember something 11 months ago is a challenge for me! So… Top Events, Books, Movies, Etc. of 2011 — Game 6 of the World Series. Just a classic. — Josiah graduates high school. — The Arab Spring. — NIV 2011 — Common English Bible…
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Someplace Other Than Here
The old adage is “The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.” We seem to always be drawn to someplace other than here. We visit other places, which is a good idea, but then we get all nostalgic and think, “Wow! Wouldn’t it be great to just be here?” We often forget about the place we…
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Peace on Earth
We are off to see family in Kansas. As I am away for a few days, some thoughts on “peace.” On Christmas Day, or in close proximity, the world has witnessed more bombings in Iraq and Afghanistan, along with a church bombing in Nigeria. “Peace on earth?” Let us be drawn to the words of Micah and pray for HIS…
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The Hope That is Christ
“Glory to God in heaven, and on earth peace among those whom he favors.” (Luke 2:14, CEB) Christ is born! He came to bring peace. HIS life will make the difference. Life in Christ will make the difference. One of the things I reflected on in my message on Christmas Eve was the darkness in the world. There…
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Behold! The Baby Wrapped in a Snuggie!
This will teach me to read more slowly! As I was reading the Luke 2 account in my Common English Bible I had to do a double take in v. 12. I honestly thought it read: “you will find a newborn baby wrapped in a snuggie…” Upon further review: 12 This is a sign for you: you will find a…
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The Peek Around the Corner
I love the story of Simeon. He was one who had anticipated. He was waiting. He had heard from God and knew each day was a gift. This could be the day he would finally see Messiah! Imagine living on that day. He wakes up, makes his way to the Temple, and finally, on that day, he lays eyes on…
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Mr. Krueger’s Christmas
One of my favorite scenes for Christmas.
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Declaring the Beauty of the Lord
I am a confessing news junkie. It’s genetic. My father named his cocker spaniel FDR. Not after the president. After Frank D. Reynolds, the ABC News anchor. I’m not kidding. When I am in the car I listen to news. Not music. Not sports talk. News. It’s been a tough cycle. It was talk radio for a long time. Then,…
