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The Island Of Misfit Toys.

Jesus once said, “Love your neighbor,” to which someone asked, “Who is my neighbor?” His reply was in the form of a story of a man who was in need and the only person who would help was an outsider.

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Giving Life By Taking Time.

It’s not so much about what you are doing as it is about that you are doing something pleasurable. It feeds the soul and engages the heart in life-giving activity. I think outdoor recreation is important, but there are things we can do indoors that give life as well.

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Moments Of Truthlessness. {poetry}

Truth, honesty, and transparency are the forgotten words of an ancient language in a culture hidden by obscurity. Today we say things like 'Truth is relative', 'We received misinformation', and 'We couldn’t reveal the truth for your protection' to utter falseties and avoid responsibility.

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Mining For Dreams Through Bivocational Ministry.

One of the benefits of not being paid for the work that I do with the church is that it affords me a level of freedom to speak without worrying about whether I will defend someone's pocketbook. I do struggle with finding the time to meet with people between work and life’s responsibilities, but I do.

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happiness

Love At First Sight: A Misnomer.

I remember the moment I realized that I loved my girlfriend, now wife, like it was yesterday. I didn’t date much in high school and college. Talk to my therapist if you want to know about all of my issues, but I was insecure. I grew up in a home that didn’t express a lot of emotion. The moment  ...

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Slowing Down: A Fast From Fast.

As a pastor, I work six days a week, and, on the seventh day, I preach and counsel people and work some more. The clock will not slow down -- only I can. God modeled an unhurried life, and, if anyone has a reason to be urgent, it is God. After all, He has the fate of the world on His shoulders.  ...

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