Reflective Perspective

There are so many times when I’m going through life at a fast pace that I don’t stop and reflect on where I’ve been or where I’ve come from.  I can track my progress and see it on a chart. I think it’s important to reflect a bit more than that. When I take the…

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Mediation

There are times when two sides simply can’t seem to find common ground. They are at odds and can’t come to a resolution. Mediation entered into our court system several years ago here in Georgia. A mediator is a go-between who steps into a conflict and seeks to help both sides come to an agreement.…

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Hope In God

I have had my share of suffering and difficulty. I’m confident that it’s not over yet. Suffering and difficulty are simply part of our existence on this earth. There is evil and hatred in our world, just like there is good and love in this world. Those who follow Jesus see the struggles and difficulty…

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Struggle – Pray!

I usually don’t have a problem going to sleep.  There are times, however, where the stress of life pushes in and it is quite difficult to shut off my brain.  At other times, I wake up in the middle of the night (3:30 AM) and then something pops in my mind and I struggle to…

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Exhausted

There are days when I come home and I’m out of strength. Please keep in mind that I’m considered a “desk jockey” – I’m not doing a ton of physical labor. Some of my labor is cerebral but exhausting.  I have also experienced physical exhaustion.  Most recently I was helping my son build his house…

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Desperate Case

I have prayed some desperate prayers in my journey with the Lord. He has heard me whine and complain. He has heard me beg for help.  I don’t always get what I want, but I’ve learned that He always knows what I need.  When I’m desperate, it skews my view. When I’m desperate my emotions…

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