So then, if anyone is in Christ, that person is part of the new creation. The old things have gone away, and look, new things have arrived! – 2 Corinth 5:17 The photo is from Saturday morning. Today – so far – is foggy and damp. But something has shifted and leaves are beginning to…
Today’s “Photo Fiesta” is not a deliberate attempt to steer our focus away from politics – it’s just a fortunate side-effect! This is what happens when we look at life with an open heart and a grateful spirit. First, “The Beard” may actually be ready for this weekend’s Walk Through Bethlehem (movie) shooting schedule. To…
The Spirit of the Lord God is on me, because the Lord has chosen me to bring good news to poor people. He has sent me to heal those with a sad heart. He has sent me to tell those who are being held and those in prison that they can go free. He has…
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Do you want to see One America, a nation with many opinions but one heart?
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the first grandchild always becomes a kind of guide...
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1. Community is as beautiful thing! Five Photo Friday has to begin with the joy of meeting “live and in-person” with the Wednesday men’s group this week. And what a beautiful evening! Traffic noise intruded a little, but it was more than worth it to be actually together, occupying the same space! Once again, I…
Isaiah 40:30-31 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Let’s check one more month off the 2020 calendar. It feels good, doesn’t it, to rip another piece…
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serenity for the new week
As they traveled along the road, they came to some water and the eunuch said, “Look, here is water. What can stand in the way of my being baptized?” Acts 8:26-40 This world may seem to be coming unglued, with so much out of balance at the moment. It is unsettling to have restrictions placed…
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another series of serendipities...
