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A few weeks ago I started writing out a basic outline for Sunday messages. This was to help my sermons become more focused in subject, and have a better flow. There is nothing wrong with printed notes, or even preaching from a tablet (I used to do that). But my…

A few mornings ago, I was walking down the main road of town, and heard a familiar voice call out my name. Once I heard it….my heart sank. The voice was from a woman who is suffering from cancer. Though she feels strong, there’s nothing that can be done at…

Yesterday afternoon I sat down with three eighth grade students, and finished reading “The Fire Cat” by Esther Averill. Yesterday I wrote about a young man who had wandered away from the Lord (you can read about him here). While his sin breaks my heart, the Lord has provided some…

Last week I had a heart-breaking conversation with a friend about his teenage son. I’ve known this boy, and worked with him for many years. He was always obedient, and never gave me trouble…. Then he went into High School Within a few months, he had already changed. I wasn’t…

This morning, I was sore from yesterday’s jog and workout. But I went out, and jogged again yesterday Because when you show up…. you win! We often think of “winning” as everything going perfectly and being on the mountaintop. Sometimes that is winning. But usually, it is doing the right…