Tag Archives: FAITH

WALLS

Walls are intended to keep something enclosed and safe.  They can also be used as a barricade against an enemy.  The muscles of the abdominal wall are designed to protect our internal organs. Walls separate one room from another creating … Continue reading

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Thank you, Lord!

Thank you, Lord, for giving me breath and life and for your gift of the Holy Spirit which has been working within me since my baptism. Each day you provide all that I need for my physical and spiritual needs. … Continue reading

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DELIVER US FROM EVIL

Someone once wisely said, “Relying on the government to protect your privacy is like asking a peeping Tom to install your window blinds.”  Every day we hear about how our privacy is being invaded.  The internet, the IRS and identity … Continue reading

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IMAGINE

Have you ever looked at clouds and watched “them come to life right before your eyes? It’s something most of us do as children, but can still enjoy as we grow older. Last night as we were driving home, I … Continue reading

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MY CONFIDENCE

  If you knew me well, you would soon come to see that I don’t have a lot of confidence.  I sometimes lose heart when things get tough –  I often try to handle things myself with little success –  … Continue reading

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I’M NOT DEAD YET!

I’m of an age where most of my friends and myself are slowly falling apart.  We lack the energy we had when we were only 20 years younger.  Our faces show new lines and wrinkles each day.  Our skin is losing … Continue reading

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TEN REASONS WHY I BELIEVE IN GOD

Our world is full of skeptics.  We tend to question everything.  One of the first words out of our mouths is “why?”   We want proof.  We want evidence.  We insist on facts.  Faith is for sissys – right? We learn … Continue reading

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IS THERE SUCH A THING AS PEACE?

It seems each day brings more and more news of wars and terrorism.  Even in the safety of our  homes we are exposed to an evil world of hatred and anger.  It’s pretty hard to find any peace of mind when everything around … Continue reading

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SMILE

  I just discovered that today is “National Admit You’re Happy Day.” The problem is that many people aren’t happy – many have been swallowed up by debt – we live in a world of trouble – our lives don’t … Continue reading

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THANK YOU, LORD!

Isn’t it something how God refreshes us after we’ve been through some difficult times? We can go through life filled with disappointment – become discouraged when things don’t go our way – frustrated with the turmoil in the world – … Continue reading

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IF I ONLY HAD THE NERVE!

We have been working with a group of youngsters all week, introducing them to the arts of music, art and drama. They have been immersed in activities which stretch their imagination; things they thought they could never do; and they’ve … Continue reading

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ARE WE READY?

In 1963 a list of Communist goals was shown to the House of Repesentatives.  I’m going to list just a few of them today, but if you want to read more, go to the article, “The Communist Takeover of America … Continue reading

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SING PRAISE TO THE LORD

Psalm 150:6   “Let everything that has life and breath praise the Lord!”         Our worship sometimes take a vacation along with us in the summer. We get so wrapped up in the concept of rest during … Continue reading

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CAN I PRAY FOR YOU?

“And when you pray, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words.” Matthew 6:5 As our world continues to grow and the sense of community is  lost … Continue reading

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STEREOTYPES

and A stereotype is defined as an over-simplified or standardized conception of a culture, profession or group.  How often do we categorize people?  For example, everyone knows that cops and donuts go together – right?  The Italian people are all members of the … Continue reading

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I DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO – YES I DO!

Sometimes I feel schizophrenic and so do I.  One minute I feel completely confident about doing something and the next, I am totally confused.  It often feels like I am vacillating between one plan of action and another.  My mind may … Continue reading

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IT’S NOT FAIR

An unsinkable ship carrying immense numbers of unsuspecting people crashes into an ice berg and sinks to the bottom of the ocean. A huge squadron of Japanese planes incessantly bombs an island in the South Pacific causing great loss to American life.   … Continue reading

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I’LL TRY HARDER TOMORROW

Scarlet O’Hara was one who always got her heart’s desire, until the Civil War.  Her entire life changed in just a matter of time when the country became entangled in a nasty conflict that pitted brother against brother and took … Continue reading

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Love Incomprehensible

I’ll never grow to comprehend the power of your love. You hold me fast. You treasure me. You guide me from above. There is no other love like yours. You fill my every need. You comfort and protect me. For … Continue reading

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FEAR NOT

I’m not a huge “Star Wars” fan, but Yoda had a lot of wisdom.  The words he quotes in the image above, indicates exactly what fear can do to us.  It can cause us to think negatively, worry, lose our … Continue reading

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