Category: From the Heart!
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Yes, I’m Wretched…
Early on in my Christian walk, I purchased a Ryrie Study Bible from Berean Christian Store in Colton, CA. I loved going through the book section to see all the latest books from well known Christian authors as well as the cassette, and eventually CD section of performance tracks. At the time, I had a…
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Father Stu…
I watched the movie, Father Stu last night. It was quite moving, to say the least. This young man discovered that everything we go through in life (good and bad) is designed to draw us closer to Christ. There’s nothing random and there’s no such thing as luck. There are only opportunities. How we choose…
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Broken Collarbone…
I found out yesterday that my youngest son who is serving in the Army, broke his collarbone during an exercise. As a dad my first thought was how quick can I travel 2,480 miles to be with him. I NEEDED to be there. But, as I was reading and praying, God spoke to me through the…
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Will you listen?
We all lead very busy lives in a noisy world. In the midst of all the noise, talk and distractions, how do you hear God through the voice of the Holy Spirit? Listening to the Holy Spirit means listening to the Word of the Lord. ‘A person’s steps are directed by the Lord. How then…
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How Low can you Go?
I was reading about a missionary this morning who, each day, would read 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. The four verses lists sixteen characteristics of love. For the word ‘love’ this missionary would substitute her own name. When she reached a characteristic that she knew was not true of her, she had to stop. Her aim was, one day,…
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Jimmy Connors & The Christian Life…
In 1973, Bobby Riggs and Billy Jean King played their epic ‘Battle of the Sexes” match. My dad and I were glued to the television set watching every stroke. Before that match, I had never seen anyone play tennis. I was captivated, and so was my dad. A few days after the match, my dad…
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Cicadas & Chiggers & Humidity…Oh My!
After college I had two opportunities to play the professional tennis circuit. A group of local businessmen approached me and offered to cover all my expenses…clothing, racquets, housing, food, travel, and tournament fees. The “rub” was I had to accept coaching and guidance from their coach…someone I didn’t care for. The second opportunity came from…
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Mosquitoes…
I’ve read so many books on leadership over the years. Most of what is written is the same message, just packaged differently. When I came across this, I smiled. “Leadership is about influence. Everyone influences someone. Therefore, in a sense, everyone is a leader.” I’ve heard it said that even the quietest, most introverted person…
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Like underwear?
I’ve been blessed to have some very intelligent friends in my life. They are often sources of great insight but also can be a stumbling block. When you share wisdom from the heart it can be like pouring water on a dirt clod and discovering you have a precious stone. However, when you share knowledge…
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Problem-Solving Exercises…
Isn’t it the truth that this life is (in good times and bad) a series of problem-solving exercises? We simply will never be without problems in this life. If, in the midst of all the challenges, we cannot learn to THRIVE in the situation in which we find ourselves, we will never find contentment. In…
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