Monthly Archives: February 2020

Right Time ~ Wrong Question

I have never officiated as a qualified referee in an athletic contest, but I’ve often felt like I needed a striped shirt and a whistle when standing between couples or groups in the midst of a contentious squabble. Most of … Continue reading

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Is That for Sale, Too?

Though it may not always be spoken out loud, there’s a question making the rounds these days. That question is whether the leadership of the free world is for sale. Can the most powerful position in the country, and probably … Continue reading

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A Valentine’s Day Afterthought

Curiosity is an intriguing phenomenon. The first thing I recall being taught about curiosity was that it has a lethal effect on cats. No one bothered to explain to me exactly how that process worked, and I don’t recall anyone … Continue reading

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Personal Ministry ~ Reaching Higher by Going Deeper Series, Week 5

Going Deeper through Personal Ministry The principle underlying this week’s challenge to “reach higher by going deeper” isn’t complicated or complex, so in recognition of its pragmatic simplicity, I’ll get right to it. The prevailing decadence of the popular culture … Continue reading

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Prayer ~ Reaching Higher by Going Deeper Series, Week 4

~ Going Deeper through Prayer ~ Receiving a personal invitation is usually a welcome experience that evokes pleasant anticipation, but there are exceptions. For instance, being offered the privilege to watch Uncle Burford pledge his undying love to the woman … Continue reading

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