Amazed & Surprised

I don’t always like surprises. Some surprises are scary and negative. There are surprises that are great! My wife and kids surprised me last year with a birthday gathering that obviously I didn’t know about. Those kinds of surprises are good. I’ve been surprised by negative news as well. I often remember where I was…

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Opportunity

There are occasions where I’m presented with an opportunity that seems too good to pass up. I feel blessed and I feel the favor of God and friends be given opportunities to serve others. I sometimes feel like I don’t deserve the opportunities that are put before me. I’m still learning that the Lord often…

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First Forgive

I have known the power of forgiveness for many years. I learned lots about the depth of The Lord’s forgiveness of men when it was clear that I needed to forgive some people who had hurt me deeply. I can’t begin to put into words the depth of my pain when my spirit was crushed.…

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Procession

I’ve been a part of a parade on the fourth of July. I’ve never been the honoree, but it’s fun riding on a float or walking through seeing the people gathered along the route. The purpose of celebrating is the Independence Day we celebrate. Jesus became the honoree in procession because of His reputation and…

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Like A Child

I think there is a kid in all of us. I sometimes think back to what life was like when I was eight or ten years old.  I remember my parents and grandparents looking out for me. I remember my mom cooking some of my favorite foods and my Mammie would make goodies as well.…

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If You Can

I have had to ask others for help along the way of life.  I’ve also been asked to help others along the way too. I’ve been asked for some very challenging help – sometimes I’m simply not qualified to help. At other times, I’ve been asked for help and it’s a question of time commitment.…

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