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NOT AN ORDINARY BABY

Hands and feet swollen, tired and sore from the treacherous journey.  Belly full and heavy with child.  A journey that wasn’t required of her, yet it was.  Had she not travelled the rugged road to Bethlehem with Joseph, the prophesy would … Continue reading

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THE FORCE

A long time ago, in a galaxy far away . . . someone is taking the message of peace all the way to the bank.  Isn’t it interesting how the battle between good and evil continues to exist?  What’s even more … Continue reading

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I CAN’T WAIT

I have a real problem with patience.  It all started when I was a child at this time of the year and it seemed an eternity until Christmas.  I have to admit, I sneaked a peek a time or two and … Continue reading

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RELINQUISH

  My power flurries through the air into the ground My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast I’m never going back, The past is in the past! When the movie … Continue reading

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ADVENT

The process of having a child is an exciting time.  A new life growing within a young mom stirs all kinds of emotions.  One moment you’re thrilled with the prospect – the next second you’re fearful of the role you will … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT

FDR said in his inaugural address, “We have nothing to fear, but fear itself.”  I believe that fear is simply a wound. If we allow it to fester it can kills us. If we consider its source we can overcome it with … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT

We ask for a sign, we hope for a clear answer, we pray and still no clarity – and yet the truth is right before our eyes. We are in the middle of a war – not a war we … Continue reading

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A POWERFUL TYRANT

As a playwright, I find it helpful to get to know the characters involved in any dramatic setting.  The story of Christmas is packed with many faceted characters who all fit the gigantic puzzle God was laying out for mankind.  … Continue reading

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ALL IN GOD’S TIMING

An empty cradle sat collecting dust in the quiet home of an elderly couple.  Carved many years ago, by anxious hands – filled with soft blankets of lambs wool.  Time passed and still the cradle remained empty. A sad scenario for many … Continue reading

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MY GUARDIAN ANGEL

I have a pretty good picture of what my guardian angel looks like.  He probably started out as naïve and innocent as I appeared to be when I first appeared in this world.  Over the years, he’s become scarred, bumped, … Continue reading

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QUIET TIME

  My husband and son have a yearly ritual of going hunting for whitetail in Wisconsin during Thanksgiving week.  It started when our son would tag along at the age of three to sit in the woods with his dad. … Continue reading

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REST IN HIS ARMS

In less than a week, the Paris government has made several air attacks on ISIS and eliminated the mastermind of the tragedy which occurred last Friday. In the meantime, our president calls for calm and not reacting on emotion. Would … Continue reading

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THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD

This morning, the sky was filled with dark, ominous clouds as the sun patiently tried to push its way through them. A luminous glow danced across the tree tops, illuminating the frost that clung to their branches. Against that blackened … Continue reading

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HANG IN THERE

Each day we hear of horrible acts of violence in other parts of the world and on our own city streets.  I often wonder what’s going on – what’s happening to our morality – respect for life and for those who … Continue reading

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A HERO DOESN’T KNOW HE IS ONE

As we celebrate another Veterans Day, we take time to look up to those who have given a portion of their lives to serve their country.  We’ll hear inspiring words concerning their unselfish and heroic deeds.  Many of them will … Continue reading

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PEOPLE NEED PEOPLE

   My yearly physical has turned into a twice a year exam.  I understand that they need to keep closer tabs on us when we get older and I appreciate that.  It gives me a sense of security that I’m … Continue reading

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A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR GOD

The castles of old were built to keep out the enemy.  The walls were high and enforced by even higher stone gates surrounding them – a bulwark that never failed.  We fight a battle every day against the world, our flesh and … Continue reading

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IS IT TIME FOR ANOTHER REFORMATION?

   Throughout history the world has managed to corrupt everything that comes from God’s Word, the Bible.  This distortion continues today when we hear how many churches have eliminated using the Law of God, because most folks don’t like being … Continue reading

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THE WORD HE STILL WILL LET REMAIN

As a historical event, reformation isn’t anything new.  Changes occur all the time, but the Lutheran reformation occurred at just the perfect time in history.  With the invention of the Gutenberg printing press, mass production of the Bible could be placed in the hands … Continue reading

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A MASK CAN’T HIDE YOU

   Is life just a moment when we pass through time – when our hopes and dreams lead to amazing adventures or fall by the wayside and get trampled deep into the ground? Are we placed here for a purpose, … Continue reading

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