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Was it a Silent Night?

On Christmas Eve, thousands of Christians will gather in their churches, candles in hand. A hushed reverence will encompass the rooms as they sing one of the most beloved Christmas songs- Silent Night. But was it really? Was the night … Continue reading

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Nativity Sets- How Many are too Many?

It’s that time of year. Christmas. Even if you didn’t look at a calendar, you’d know. The signs are there. Malls are crowded with shoppers, houses are adorned with lights and festive blowup figures, radio stations are playing 24/7 Christmas … Continue reading

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Haters and Fat-o-Phobes

I’m a hater. I’m a bigot. At least that’s what I’ve been recently told. I simply expressed my opinion that marriage and a homosexual union are not the same thing. One would have thought I declared all gays should be … Continue reading

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Why I Am Thankful

Here we are- Thanksgiving 2012. I am about to sit down with some of my family and enjoy a wonderful feast. Before this happens, let me give you one Thanksgiving thought. Here it is- Our thankfulness should not depend on … Continue reading

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Am I Evil?

Am I evil? Serouisly. I need to know. Right up front, let me say, my blog usually shares something inspirational; some words on a particular Bible verse. Not today. Today, I need the answer to my question. Am I evil? … Continue reading

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The Great Commission Today

What would happen if Jesus gave His Great Commission today? You may ask, “What is the Great Commission?” It is the purpose, goal, reason for the church to exist, given to us by Jesus Christ before He went back to … Continue reading

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Something to Sing About

Every once in a while I come across a Bible verse that seems brand new to me. It’s a wonderful thing to experience. It’s even better than finding an extra french fry in the bottom of the bag, after you … Continue reading

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To Everything There is a Season

Recently my daughter Jamie got married. All her friends and relatives gathered for the festive celebration held at the ocean. While there, I got to dance with the most beautiful girl in the world. Before I continue, I have to … Continue reading

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Declaration of Dependence

It’s the 4th of July. My neighborhood is alive with the sounds of bottle rockets, fire crackers, and every other kind of firework that good old american money can buy. I sit here, thinking about our nation, fearfully wondering about … Continue reading

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Does God Supply our Needs?

God supplies our needs. People say that all the time. Sometimes, it becomes meaningless- just Christian babble. Recently, God had to give me the proverbial “truth slap” in the back of the head to teach me this valuable lesson. It … Continue reading

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