Predictions

I’m listening to the rain and a bit of thunder this morning as storms move through our area of the world. The weather service predicted that this would happen. There is a lot of science to weather prediction, and they often get it right, but sometimes it’s way off the mark. The farmer’s almanac has…

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Why?

I remember when my children went through the stage of asking “Why?” about everything it seemed. It was always very tempting to answer: “Because I said so”.  I think “Why?” often offers a teachable moment. The word “Why” also is asking for clarity and understanding. There are times when it’s asked in multiple succession that…

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Accused

I’ve been pulled over by law enforcement for driving above the speed limit. I’ve admitted as such by paying the fines and going on. It is painful to pay for that when it’s something that I know how I should behave. I’ve never been accused of any crime, but I have been accused of being…

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Encouraged By God

I love encouragers. In fact, I try to be an encourager of others. It takes thought and it often takes a bit of a shift in mindset to become an encourager. I can look for good in everyone. My Mom used to remind me that everyone is a child of God and there is good…

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Witness

When I think of a witness, I remember a movie from the 1980’s called The Witness. A witness can testify as to what they saw. They are subject to questions and cross-examination. In a court of law there is an intensity that settles on a witness because the verdict often relies heavily on the unity…

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Oversee

Recently, I was asked to serve as an overseer (Elder) at our church – Southern Hills, the church at City Station.  We are a staff led, elder protected church. I am humbled to serve the kingdom in this role. I am among a fantastic group of men who seeking the heart of God in our…

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