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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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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
Paul Ryan’s Family Priority
Headlines in the news this week have been featuring the debate over whether Representative Paul D. Ryan would be willing to serve as the new Speaker of the House. I’m not going to weigh in on whether he should be … Continue reading
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Tagged community, family, politics, priorities, Thumbs Up, worldview
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RV Trip!
No, this isn’t the script for a sequel movie. Quite different from what has been depicted on the big screen, my family and I enjoyed two awesome weeks together in a rented RV. When I asked Heather what she wanted … Continue reading
Motherhood
Mothers Open Their Hearts Eagerly Receiving HIS Overflowing Of Delight Psalm 1:1-3 (ESV) Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of … Continue reading
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Honoring Dad
What’s the best way to honor a parent? Pay back all the money you “borrowed” over the years? Engrave a special tribute on a paver brick? Give a gift to a favorite charity in his name? All of these might … Continue reading
Hannah’s Poem
I thank God for the blessing of a daughter who loves and respects me. On top of that, I have a daughter who often thinks and writes about some pretty profound things. A poem she wrote recently touched me deeply. … Continue reading
Tornadoed!
I’ve always enjoyed spending time on the farm with my cousin, Aaron, in northeast Nebraska. A few years ago I helped him lay down a new wood laminate floor in his living room. Earlier this week I saw my dad who … Continue reading
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A Peep Show
Last week I got away with all my in-laws for some long-needed vacation time. I had a great time focusing on my thumb and first two fingers. Using the “Thumbs Up” illustration, that means I reconnected with Jesus, my wife, my kids and several … Continue reading