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“The hunger of my soul for many a long day has b…
“The hunger of my soul for many a long day has been that I might be able to so present that high true note of God, that the souls of men would rise up in God to that place of power, purity, and strength where the presence and character and works of Christ are evidenced…
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An Open Letter to Fathers on Your Day
Congratulations Fathers! Here’s to you! I’m so excited that we have a day honoring you. Today, I join in with the millions of others in our country and I honor you as well. Thank you for your courage. You make tough decisions which I do not envy. You work hard to provide for your family.…
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: A Revivalist is Remembered
I just finished reading his letter to the pastors and church leaders in Birmingham, AL (found here). It was a longer read than I expected it to be, for sure. But, I couldn’t stop reading it. It is so well written and much of what he says still resonates strongly today in issues our culture…
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2013: A Look Back – Part 1
On this day in 2013 I never would have pictured myself where I am today. We were buying our home, we both had steady jobs, and we planned on starting our family soon. It all changed in a few short weeks, however. But first, a little backdrop… Over the past several months (June through December…
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“Intense focus restricts what you are willing and …
“Intense focus restricts what you are willing and able to see. And while this approach will keep you from seeing many things, it will also open your eyes to see more of what you hunger for. Self-control is not the ability to say no to a thousand other voices. It’s the ability to say yes…
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“What we know can keep us from what we don’t know …
“What we know can keep us from what we don’t know if we do not remain childlike.”
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“Being willing to do what you are not qualified to…
“Being willing to do what you are not qualified to do is sometimes what qualifies you.”
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Before School Starts…
Well, it’s official. School starts this week, on Tuesday in fact. Today, as I was sitting in church, I realized today would be the perfect time to sit down and write a blog post, before so many changes start to take place. This may be more for my sake than for anyone else’s, as I…
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Wow… These Pictures Are Amazing!
I saw these posted on Google+. This one is of Crater Lake. It’s pretty cool to find such good photography taken in Central Oregon! Click here to see more.
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“The man who agrees with God is no fool.”
“The man who agrees with God is no fool.”