Battle Plan

I remember the first Gulf War called Desert Storm. I remember watching reports from General Norman Schwarzkoph that were informational, insightful and sometimes a bit humorous. After the US had successfully taken out the Republican Guard, the general reveal his battle plan. He built up a strong force on the border with Kuwait where the…

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My Solemn Vow

I remember years ago adding that to the wedding ceremonies that I officiated. A vow is a promise for sure. It is also a pledge and a personal commitment. It breaks my heart to see so many vows broken and flippantly ignored. Promises and vows are often hard to keep, but there are values like…

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Not Afraid of The Fight

I am sometimes overwhelmed with gratitude to the men and women who are willing to fight to defend our country. They provide protection for our freedoms. They also go on the offense occasionally to stop people who are threatening our friends around the world. I struggle to completely understand the great sacrifices that are made…

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Great Attitude

I have seen people with a great attitude and less skill go further and faster forward in life than a person with profound knowledge and greater skill. A great attitude is like oil to the inner workings of an engine – all the parts work better together when the internal lubricant is properly added. I…

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Formality

There are times that I watched people “go through the motions” of an activity because it was a formality. They had made their decision, but expectations caused them to do other activities to check that decision.  I’ve also notice people who are extremely formal with procedures and rules because it’s expected. The Israelite nation was…

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Written Down

My handwriting has got a bit messy over the years. I think I try to write too fast. I also think my hand isn’t quite as nimble as it once was either. I have tried all sorts of electronic note systems and I’ve used electronic “to do lists”, but recently I listened to a podcast…

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