I have been been in a war the past few weeks, and at times, I must admit, I have felt DEFEATED! With whom am I battling, you ask? Who is this enemy? It is the dreaded Japanese Beetle! When we returned from our wonderful Chicago vacation, I went out to…
Read moreWhat comes to mind when you think of running in a race? What is needed to successfully stay in the race? Hard work Determination Motivation Preparation Training All of those listed above are important but something that’s absolutely necessary is …endurance. Our faith walk is similar to running a long distance…
Read moreIt was early morning. I was making the coffee and decided to turn on the radio to get the weather report. I was just in time to hear the news of another celebrity self-destructing. It seems this person said some very damaging things during a heated argument, and as always…
Read more“God, you are my God. I search for you. I thirst for you like someone in a dry, empty land where there is not water. I have seen you in the Temple and have seen your strength and glory. Because your love is better than life, I will praise you.…
Read moreWhen a storm sweeps across the ocean surface, the fish below know exactly where the water is still — deep down under. While up on the surface, the winds and the waves are raging, but below lies water completely at peace. Perhaps we could learn a lesson from fish! Consider this. In a shallow…
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