Tag Archives: INSPIRATION

IGNORANCE IS BLISS

Yesterday I kind of blew my stack when I discussed being offended.  Sometimes it’s better to just not know all the ugly stuff going on in this world.  Sometimes it’s better to be blissfully ignorant.  Well – not really! God … Continue reading

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I’M OFFENDED!

I am getting really sick of it! I’m tired of hearing that my country’s flag has become offensive to some. I’m overwhelmed that some are offended by my lack of understanding of sexual immorality. I’m disgusted that just about everything … Continue reading

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HAS AMERICA CHANGED SINCE 9/11?

We’re coming up on the 13th anniversary of one of the most horrific attacks on America within her borders.  To many of us it was a day we will never forget.  To some of us – it’s just a sad … Continue reading

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NOTE TO TWEENS, TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS

I’ve spent many years instructing young people and even though our world has drastically changed over the years – the basic fears, hopes, dreams and self-esteem of our kids hasn’t. When you go from child to teen you’re entering a … Continue reading

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ANOTHER DAY OFF?

With almost 10% of the work force unemployed in our country, Labor Day is just another day off for many.  We are a nation founded on hard work.  Most of us enjoy working hard and gain great satisfaction from the … Continue reading

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WHERE CAN WE GO TO HIDE?

The face of the world is becoming more and more hideous with time.  It seems that lately the news is filled with injustice towards humanity –  beheadings of children and mutilations of others.  A day doesn’t  go by when the headlines aren’t … Continue reading

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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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I’M CONFUSED – WAIT, MAYBE I’M NOT!

  We have so many things in our lives which cause confusion.  We try to decide which college to attend – who to marry – how many children to have – where to live – what our goals are.  Everything can become … 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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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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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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PRAY!

Why is it when we come in prayer We just don’t have the words to share? The struggles still continue on, Our hopes diminish and are gone. We lift our voices, but we fear That God’s too far away to … 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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