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Do This, or Do Nothing

    What is going on in our land?   Progress! It’s a mess! What to do next? It’s simple, really: 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIV) If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek … Continue reading

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The Soul of Authority

  When it comes to praying for those in authority, let’s take our cue from the Apostle John.     3 John 1:2 (VOICE) I pray that everything is going well for you and that your body is as healthy … Continue reading

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Presidential Prayers

    Presidents Day—how can you honor our living Presidents?   If I can’t say something nice, I won’t say anything at all Cut ‘em a break—it’s a tough job Love him or hate him, I can pray Just a … Continue reading

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Humdrum Gratitude

  Taking God for granted? I plead guilty!   Thank you, Lord, for the daily details, the tedious tasks, the repetitious routines — for . . . coffee beans electricity windshield wipers direct deposit supermarkets pots and pans toothpaste pillow … Continue reading

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A Sensible Prayer

    Lord, grant me the common sense to seek out divine sense. Guide me into your blessed balance:                                           … Continue reading

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All Come and Adore Him

    Sometime over this weekend, I’m guessing, you will sing, “O Come, All Ye Faithful.”   When you do, pray, O come all ye faithless, all who do not believe. Come and believe. Come and adore. Come now, or … Continue reading

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Let’s All Sing, “Away in a Manger”

  OK, call me fickle. Yesterday I criticized Away in a Manger. Today, I want us to sing it. Together. Often. All the verses. What’s with that? Tucked away in the third verse is the best prayer ever. For everyone. … Continue reading

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Change Leaders

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My Grandson Wants to Be President

  I pray for my grandchildren. Not to grow up to be President (although one has that as a goal). Nope, I pray that they will become men and women of noble character.   That brings to mind the “wife … Continue reading

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Gang Lives Matter

  I read that there are 2,000 gang-related homicides in our nation each year. In some large cities, almost half of the murders are gang-related.    Those lives matter. Shame on us for looking the other way. Lord God, may … Continue reading

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