Category Archives: Worldview

Simple Hope for LCMS Families

Joe Isenhower Jr. wrote the following in the LCMS (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod) News for 2-23-2016, “A clear message emerged from the Feb. 12-13 meeting of the LCMS Board for National Mission (BNM) here — the need to strengthen Lutheran families.” … Continue reading

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No Thumb

I recently encountered a man who claimed he was fine spiritually without a regular relationship with Jesus.  He felt he had no need for worship or Bible study.  He was just fine as he was. However, when troubles arose with … Continue reading

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About My Book

Last week I finished writing a book that summarizes the teachings that I share on this blog regarding marriage and relationships in God’s way.  In my last blog post I commented on my struggle with the decision about a publisher. … Continue reading

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Decisions

Making big decisions can be nerve-wracking, frustrating, overwhelming and frightening.  Buying a car.  Which job to take.  Whom to marry.  Where to live.  Which health treatment to utilize.  Continuing life support.  These are just some of the decisions that can … Continue reading

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The Hunger Games

I just finished listening to the last book in The Hunger Games series.  The overwhelming response from my family is that this book series was very sad and depressing.  We understand that there’s violence and evil in the world.  We … Continue reading

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Chamber of Commerce Presentation

This morning I had the delightful privilege to be the featured speaker for the Grand Blanc (Michigan) Chamber of Commerce’s monthly breakfast meeting.  I attend these meetings regularly, but this is the first time I’ve spoken to the group of … Continue reading

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Still

Still.  “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)  Hard to do for most of us.  This was made clear as I read the editorial in my local paper this week.  The editor noted that she did a very … Continue reading

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What if…

So often I find myself worrying about the “what if” possibilities in my life.  What if I get sick, maybe even with cancer like so many others?  What if someone I’m relying on for help is suddenly taken away?  What … Continue reading

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Politics

As I listen to the latest banter from those who would be president, I can’t help but shake my head.  So much of what is being said is so far from what God calls good and right.  It seems like … Continue reading

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CONTROL!

CONTROL!  That one word summarizes the source of a lot of my stress, especially during busy times of the year like now.  I really believe it’s a problem for ALL of us. I like to be in control of things. … Continue reading

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