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When You Feel Empty

Posted onSeptember 19, 2022May 2, 2024

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When You Feel Empty

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When I was a kid, I had an effective way of finishing a milk shake. A straw worked for most of it. But when I got down to those final noisy slurps, I worked with gravity. Turning the cup upside-down brought last drops to me. But when that was over, I stuck my tongue in as far as I could to gather up remaining morsels. THEN – my cup was truly empty! Nothing left! Satisfying, but also disappointing. Sometimes life drains your cup. That’s when you feel empty. It can be satisfying, but also disappointing.

God Likes You

Posted onSeptember 12, 2022September 12, 2022

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God Likes You

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Remember when you made your first friend as a child? Or maybe you had a roommate you just clicked with when you went to college? It may have been a person you connected strongly with on your first job assignment. Whoever and wherever – you just got this feeling inside – “I think I like you!” It may come as a surprise but that’s how God feels about you. God likes you!

Ordinary People Make A Global Difference

Posted onAugust 29, 2022October 10, 2022

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Ordinary People Make A Global Difference

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We hear about prominent figures, television personalities, world leaders, famous authors. But most of us are ordinary people – not famous. We care about the state of our world as we hear of countries being ravaged and individuals without food, water, medicine. We sigh as the news highlights tragedies in our own communities. Many ordinary people care about showing God’s love in practical ways. So, a question we ask: How can I ever make a difference in this huge world? I’m one of the ordinary people!

Nature’s Diamonds

Posted onAugust 22, 2022February 26, 2023

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Nature's Diamonds

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Have you seen white clouds so fluffy you could reach out to touch them? Think about huge sequoia trees that take about 20 people holding hands to form a circle around the base. What about a simple, dainty butterfly alighting your arm for a moment. Waterfalls, majestic mountains, colored leaves, music of songbirds. No doubt – nature is beautiful! Inspiring. What a privilege to absorb the displays, relax in its calm, and explore its wisdom, precision, and wonders. With numbered days, we should ponder Nature’s Diamonds often.

I Have To Be Right!

Posted onAugust 8, 2022August 8, 2022

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I Have To Be Right!

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Have you ever been told – “You always have to be right!”? There’s likely been at least one time in your life when this has been said to you. And chances are, you’ve said it to someone else. To have to be right seems to be a human issue.

Why Don’t I Change?

Posted onJune 27, 2022June 27, 2022

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Why Don’t I Change?

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Someone once told me being a follower of Jesus is exclusive of behaviors, and it’s only about God’s love and their heart. “Behaviorism” is a term that was used. I’ve prayerfully and extensively thought about this perspective. God has blessed this pensive exploration with some interesting ideas. It has to do with “why don’t I change?”

The Magic Of Being Alive And Active

Posted onJune 20, 2022June 20, 2022

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The Magic Of Being Alive And Active

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It’s challenging to be alive and active each day. Global situations bring concerns, fears, and insecurities. Losses and deep disappointments get in the way of living free. This world is writhing with threats against peace. Even so, you can discover the magic of being alive and active.

What’s In Your Hand?

Posted onJune 13, 2022March 19, 2024

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What's In Your Hand?

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God always has a plan that includes the entire world. Without question, it also includes you! His big picture plan for the world and His individual plan for your life come together when we ask a question – “What’s in your hand?”

True Story of Faith

Posted onJune 5, 2022June 9, 2022

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True Story of Faith

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Today’s content is an inspiring, modern-day testimony of ordinary folks like you and me. It shows that responses to disappointments and unknowns in life can be a true story of faith. While struggling to find good answers, hoping for best outcomes, accepting developments that alter one’s path – faith still matters and steadies your steps.

(This is Part 7, the final article, in a series on faith. See below for the entire Faith Series articles/podcasts links.)

Who Can You Trust These Days?

Posted onMay 30, 2022May 2, 2024

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Who Can You Trust These Days?

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Have you noticed people don’t easily trust these days? On the other hand, I’ve noticed sometimes people trust too quickly or naively. Interestingly, there are times, if we are deep-down honest, we can’t even fully trust ourselves. Essentially, we know our perspective may be skewed, our character isn’t always noble, and our judgment can be flawed. So, who can you trust these days, especially with increasing global uncertainty?

(This is Part 6 in a series on faith. See below for the entire Faith Series articles/podcasts links.)