Tag Archives: perspective

THE DECLARATION

When kids ask what does it mean to be baptized, I relate the act of obedience to exuberant players running onto the field of play, declaring individually what team they are on, shouting praises of their coach, ready to work … Continue reading

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JOSEPH, THE CONSISTENT FOLLOWER

(The Story of Jesus) No matter what is happening in my life, I’ve ever regretted loving and following God, our Father. Don’t think I am boasting, I am not, for I am not perfect. I am, indeed, as we all … Continue reading

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JOSEPH HEARS AND OBEYS…AGAIN!

(The Story of Jesus) What is it like to be in communion with God, to be so close to his heart, that you beat with his heart. What would it be like to be close enough to hear the slightest … Continue reading

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STARGAZING SCHOLARS INCITE FEAR

(The Story of Jesus) New leadership, with a bit of knowledge, comes to town, inciting fear for those who like things just as they are. We feel we are in control when things are just as we think they should … Continue reading

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JOSEPH DID EXACTLY WHAT GOD SAID

(The Story of Jesus) To just show up when you said you would or was required of you on the work schedule is a breath of fresh air these days. To do enough to get by on the workplace is … Continue reading

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JOSEPH TAKES A STEP FORWARD

(The Story of Jesus) Being perplexed about which way to go, what plan to implement, where to begin and what to do is a good place to be. It means you are still moving forward, maybe in inches, but you … Continue reading

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BEFORE GOD SPOKE…

(The Story of Jesus) How many of us would do the “right thing” before being told? How “grown up” are we? How noble, full of integrity are we? Do we even have to think about it first or is “doing … Continue reading

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THE STORY OF JESUS!

Let’s take another look in the following weeks at the story of Jesus, his brief life here on earth, his teachings and his relationships. We will begin with Matthew’s testimony but we must realize, of course that the story of … Continue reading

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MY GRANDMA…THE MODEL!

Yes, my Grandma Lacquement was a model, but not in the sense of parading down a fashion ramp in New York City with the latest style in clothing. She wore the spiritual clothing of compassion, gentleness, love, kindness, strength and … Continue reading

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WHAT’S YOUR MOTIVATION?

After many years in ministry I can truly confess that I take more joy in seeing those who I have worked alongside, mentoring them in the ways of the God, grow and mature beyond myself, working to pass on the … Continue reading

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