IF

This is a small word with a big place in our language. This word is considered a “conjunction”, which is a transition word connecting two different thoughts or words.  Please know that I’m not an “English major”, but I do understand the significance of such a simple little word. I use this word a lot…

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Following In The Midst of Fear

I must admit that there have been times when I’ve been afraid of what will happen next. As we’ve walked through this pandemic, I have experienced some fear. I haven’t been paralyzed, but I’ve been fearful for the health of family and friends. My faith has definitely helped me overcome so much fear. FEAR is…

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Rediculous

I’ve heard this word before. There are “naysayers” all over the place. People with an opinion about what I can or can’t do.  I’m trying hard to be an optimist for sure. I want to see the glass “half full” instead of “half empty”. There is a difference in how I see things and what…

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Patience

I learned several years ago not to pray for patience. I struggle with this ability for sure. The dictionary defines patience as the “willingness to suppress restlessness or annoyance when confronted with delay”. That definition made me smile because COVID-19 has been quite the “annoyance” for sure.  There are so many people who have been…

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Deep Commitment

I have had relationships over the years that have developed into deep friendships. I feel like the richest man on earth when it comes to family, friends and colleagues. I think one of the things that makes my life so rich and full is the depth of commitment that we have to one another. I…

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The Patience of God

I don’t consider myself a patient person. In fact, I am rather impatient. I learned several years ago NOT to pray for patience.  I have really calmed down some over the years and I’ve discovered the value of patience.  The Lord’s patience is mind blowing. He has displayed great patience with me over the years…

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