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Five Cures for Worry

In Luke 12 Jesus taught how to overcome worry. Here are five truths that bring peace. Confess the sinfulness of worry Appreciate your true value to God Acknowledge the futility of worry Remember God knows all your needs Develop a … Continue reading

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How We Look At Life!

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Today is a very rainy day. Without lights turned on, our house is pretty dark. But as … Continue reading

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Three Most Common Causes of Worry

In Luke 12 Christ discussed the causes and cures of worry. Jesus said people tend to worry about three things: Money / Possessions Future concerns Matters beyond our control What about you? What’s bothering you today? Stay tuned. In two … Continue reading

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Just One More Gift

Today marks the day for people all over the nation to access their Christmas shopping lists and think if they need to buy, “just one more gift” for someone. So off to the shopping malls they go and very early … Continue reading

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Keeping it Simple

Yesterday our daughter has flown in from windy, cold Chicago. What a delight, as we waited with great anticipation — as she came down the stairs to the baggage area of the airport! What a great smile, hug and giggle! … Continue reading

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What are you Upset About?

Some people annoy us, but we can’t change them. My wise grandmother used to say, “That’s just the way they are.” Reinhold Niebuhr wrote a prayer for a sermon. It has become known as the Serenity Prayer. It reminds us … Continue reading

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Blessed Today!

  Today has been a quiet day to think about life. I enjoyed a movie and pizza with a friend. With another friend it was a long phone conversation, just talking about the change she has in her life and … Continue reading

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Think like a Pilgrim

In November of 1620 the Pilgrims arrived in America to set up a new colony. Their experience was full of intense hardship including storms, disease, and hostile natives. That first year half of the Pilgrims died. A year later, what … Continue reading

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Remember to be Grateful to God

George Washington quoted,  “It is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor.” There is a buzz in … Continue reading

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Appreciative Inquiry

Typically when consultants go into a situation they identify problems and recommend solutions. But there is another consultative approach I like better. Appreciate Inquiry is a technique of discovering, cherishing, and then building upon the existing strengths of an organization. … Continue reading

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