Trend

I am not really much of a “trend setter” or a “trend watcher”.  I heard a phrase when taking financial peace from Dave Ramsey years ago that talked about how we often try to impress people we don’t know or even like. When I was growing up my mom referred to it as “keeping up…

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Jealous

This is not a descriptive term that is used in positive circumstances. It is a word that carries some other baggage with it. For example, the word jealous is usually accompanied by resentment toward another person.  Envious is probably a “sibling” of Jealous. They both connect over something or someone else who has something they…

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Obedience Brings Honor

I went through a bit of rebellion period in my younger years. (I know it’s hard to imagine!) I challenged everything my parents and anyone in authority had to say. I was still at home, so I really didn’t go anywhere or do anything major out of rebellion. I won’t disclose some of the stupid…

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A Vow Broken

I remember a class with Dr. Black in Bible College as he taught about the value of a vow. He said that the Lord didn’t require a vow, BUT if you made a vow, you had better keep it. I remember hearing about the stories of Samson since I was a kid. His strength sounded…

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Girl Dad

I am so blessed to be a Dad to a sweet daughter. I am Dad to 4 boys and 1 girl. I’m not sure I can explain it the bond I have with my daughter. It’s not that I love my sons less, it’s just different. Some of my dear friends have only daughters and…

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No One Like Him

I have met lots of people who were “one of a kind”. I’ve even said, “The Lord broke the mold when He made him/her”. The truth is, we are all unique, there is no other exactly like me. I do have kids that have picked up on some of my tendencies, tone of voice and…

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