God’s presence
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When the Floods Come
One of my favorite Biblical verses is taken from the Song of Songs, “Many waters cannot quench love nor can floods drown it” (Song 8:7 NKJV). I lived near the coast for enough years to experience tropical storms and hurricanes.… Continue reading
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Resentment that Never Let’s Go
Most of you who know me understand that I entered adulthood with a lot of scars. I did not come from a conventional home, and some of the events in my childhood left wounds that I am still hoping to… Continue reading
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Getting Rid of Stuff
A few months ago my family decided to clean out the garage. That meant getting rid of a bunch of unwanted things that were of no use. As we sifted through boxes, we were able to clear some much-needed space.… Continue reading
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Rest is in Sight
Not too far off in the wilderness, I can see a place to stop and rest. I just take one step in front of the other knowing respite is just that much closer. Now is not the time to fall or… Continue reading
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Today I am Thankful For Routine
This day is uneventful but very busy. My earliest meeting is at 9:00 a.m. and my latest is 7:00 p.m. Between those times, I have a funeral service for which to prepare, not to mention Sunday morning worship. Oh, and I… Continue reading
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Temptation in the Wilderness
I preached the following sermon at church today. May this serve as a blessing to others. Today, we start a journey through the wilderness. We explore our talents and passions and search for how we might grow in our walk… Continue reading
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Still Searching for a Reason
I like the idea of walking into the wilderness for a particular reason. When the angels took Jesus into the wilderness, there was a clear understanding of what would happen. The Accuser would tempt him. He knew why he was… Continue reading
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Intentional Sabbath
Today is my day off. It is my Sabbath. The time where I reconnect with my soul and focus my attention on another aspect of my life. I turn to projects that must be put on hold each week, as… Continue reading
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There Are Blessings All Around Us
Today is one of those days that seems to not have enough hours. I am running back and forth across town, searching for a few stolen moments to work on my sermon. As I stress out about this and that, I… Continue reading
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And Thus We Begin our Pilgrimage
Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent. We are led into the wilderness to remember whose we are, and how we are to live as children of the Most-High God. Sometimes our pilgrimage is taken with… Continue reading