Category Archives: marriage

REUNION

Matthew – Fulfilled. Most, large, family reunions occur these days because of the death of one of us. We remember, laugh, cry, and hug. We are quiet and we are loud. The kids run in and out, looking for things … Continue reading

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SCATTERED

Matthew – Fulfilled. There are times in the life of the believer and follower of Jesus that anxious, scattered, unfocused thoughts come, fear is felt and we feel like running away from the situation. But the Holy Spirit, powerful and … Continue reading

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SIGNIFICANCE

Matthew – Fulfilled. I am a mom and I care deeply for my children. I am a teacher and I care deeply for other people’s children. As moms who care deeply, we will do weird things at times (at least … Continue reading

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THE GOAT LIFE

Matthew – Fulfilled. Goats. Sigh. Grandpa had goats on his farm when I was a child so I observed them often. Goats will eat sticks, brush, trash and whatever else is in their way. That’s why Grandpa would put them … Continue reading

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A TERRIBLE WAY TO LIVE!

Matthew – Fulfilled. “Risk it for the biscuit” we passionately tell kids at the school where we teach science, technology, engineering and math. Go out on a limb, stretch your abilities and solve problems with solutions that may or may … Continue reading

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JUMPING MOUNTAINS

Matthew – Fulfilled. I am one of those simple faith people who truly believes what God’s Word says about “delighting in the details” of our lives. He created us. He is in all, above all and covers all. God’s Word … Continue reading

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MARRIAGE, GOD’S WORK OF ART

Matthew – Fulfilled. Matthew 19, The Message 19 1-2 When Jesus had completed these teachings, he left Galilee and crossed the region of Judea on the other side of the Jordan. Great crowds followed him there, and he healed them. … Continue reading

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HOW MANY TIMES?!

Matthew – Fulfilled. We will always have people in our lives who need forgiveness for the hurt they deal out daily to us and others. Some people offend, gossip, bring us down and bully probably because they are hurt from … Continue reading

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I’LL BE THERE

Matthew – Fulfilled Have you ever lost something that was so valuable to you that you felt physically sick? Maybe it was a precious object that was passed down to you from generations. This object tied you to them somehow … Continue reading

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LIKE A CHILD

Matthew – Fulfilled. As grandparents our grandkids from time to time let us know that they think we can do anything. It comes up in conversation in the car or at home while doing an activity. I might say, “I … Continue reading

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