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DISARMING LOVE

The Story of Jesus The gathering of family and friends over the holidays sometimes leads to after dinner discussions over life stuff. We try to avoid talking politics with those we know do not agree with us. We also avoid … Continue reading

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KINGDOM STORIES

The Story of Jesus Sometimes we tell stories or give analogies to our kids so they understand. “It’s like this…” we begin, or “Have you ever…” and sometimes we throw in a “What would happen if…” so we can probe … Continue reading

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NO ONE BUT JESUS CAN TEACH US ABOUT PRAYER

PART THREE (The Story of Jesus) I loved connect the dots picture books as a kid. I loved making a complete picture then coloring it to make something beautiful…at least in my mind. I didn’t like them too easy, where … Continue reading

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PROMISES, PROMISES…

(The Story of Jesus) “Never promise anything you cannot keep” was the advise given to young teachers while still in college. Duh, as a parent of three little ones, I had already figured that one out. Our kids hated it … Continue reading

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TIMOTHY AND TITUS Leadership Principle #18: TAKE IT ON!

Once we were god-less. No peace, no hope, no life. Paul words to Titus are bold and full of enthusiasm for what God was done for us. As leaders, we are put in charge to show and tell who God … Continue reading

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TIMOTHY AND TITUS Leadership Principle #16: THE SURROUND

We are stronger, more confident when we know we are surrounded by people who love God and are as passionate about joining Him in His work at hand as we are. Right?When I was younger I took care of my … Continue reading

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TIMOTHY AND TITUS Leadership Principle #15

WHY? Why does Paul write these letters to Timothy and Titus? We are now reading the words he wrote specifically to Titus. As I read, for some reason, I am reminded of sitting in my first college class that finally had … Continue reading

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TIMOTHY AND TITUS Leadership Principle #14: TAKING THE REINS

My cousin, Joe, thought I was ready. Grandpa thought I was ready, but I didn’t think I was ready to take the reins of that prancing Shetland pony I was sitting on. I watched Joe, who was four years older … Continue reading

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TIMOTHY AND TITUS Leadership Principle #13: KEEP IT SIMPLE!

I was passionately explaining the use of vowels and consonants at the reading table one day to first graders. One little girl seemed to stare intently at me as I “over explained” phonic rules to what I thought were eager, … Continue reading

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TIMOTHY AND TITUS Leadership Principle #10: GIVE IT ALL YOU’VE GOT!

I was raised by parents and grandparents who taught me by their words and their own lives, “When you decide to do it, do it well.” “Give it all you’ve got.” “A job or work worth doing is worth doing … Continue reading

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