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Technical Difficulties

I apologize for the interruption in my Advent posts. Heavy snow brought down our power and internet connection. It was, however, supremely quiet and beautiful.

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Thanks for Everything

  “Thanks for everything.” You say it to your host and hostess when you leave. What does it mean?     I enjoyed spending time with them They cooked, I ate I’m polite 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NASB) In everything give … Continue reading

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Fear’s Cure

“We fear men so much, because we fear God so little. One fear cures another. When man’s terror scares you, turn your thoughts to the wrath of God.” William Gurnall (1616-1679) A Puritan Golden Treasury  

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An Anciet Purpose for Modern Education

  “The Scriptures principally teach  what man is to believe concerning God, and what duty God requires of man.” The Westminster Shorter Catechism, 1648   Some things never change. Lord God, may we all–old and young–apply our educations to this … Continue reading

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Sheltering Service

A friend with autism has a new best friend, one who makes him feel safer and braver. Surely, when creating the first dog, God envisioned this future loyal service. From Pawsitivity Service Dogs website: “There are numerous tasks and therapeutic … Continue reading

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Play Time

  Let the family fun begin.  See you in two weeks!

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Time Out for First 5

Proverbs 31 Ministries’ First 5 published my lesson on Psalm 138 this morning. First 5 encourages readers to devote the first 5 minutes of their day to God’s Word. I’m excited to be part of such a noble cause. You … Continue reading

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Pledge Allegiance to the Flag

It’s not the square of fabric, it’s what it stands for. My nation’s flag stands for liberty and justice, worthy causes indeed. And God’s banner?   Song of Songs 2:4 (NIV) Let his banner over me be love.     … Continue reading

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Sheltering Campers, Transforming Lives

  School’s out, some kids are headed to . . . camp.   “Camp is a chance for kids and teenagers to escape the constant pressures and distractions of their everyday lives. It’s an open door to new adventures. It’s … Continue reading

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In Remembrance of Mercy

“O beautiful for heroes proved in liberating strife, who more than self their country loved, and mercy more than life!” Katharine Lee Bates (1893)  

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