Author Archives: jpeters_admin

The Churchyard Shuffle

Posted on October 29, 2015 by jpeters_admin

Pentecostal, Methodist, Congregationalist. . . It doesn’t matter what church you go to, you’ve dealt with the Church Yard Shuffle. It’s a particular dance that transcends all denominational lines and even reaches deep into independent churches. This is how it … Continue reading →

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When to Throw in the Towel

Posted on September 30, 2015 by jpeters_admin

Ever been tempted to throw in the towel? You’re not alone. Who hasn’t been so disheartened they’ve said, “Forget it Lord! I’m gonna become a monk.” If you can relate, I want you to consider George Edward Arcaro, otherwise known … Continue reading →

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Tattoos and Heaven

Posted on September 2, 2015 by jpeters_admin

So I overheard something at Barnes and Noble cafe that made me cringe. I couldn’t see who was speaking. She was on the other side of a partition. “I can’t go to heaven because I have tattoos.” Just to let you … Continue reading →

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Strength from the Mountain

Posted on July 31, 2015 by jpeters_admin

Every once in a while I find a verse that pops out and says WOW to me. The other day a verse did just that. I hope it speaks to you, too. Psalm 125:2 “As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so … Continue reading →

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Posted on June 6, 2015 by jpeters_admin

  Happy one year anniversary for the publication of my book, A Message to Deliver. There’s just a couple of days left to get your name in the drawing for a free copy. Five copies will be given away. Simply … Continue reading →

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Divided We Fall

Posted on May 7, 2015 by jpeters_admin

Remember those cafeteria dinner plates? They were divided into sections– the bigger one for the main entree, the smaller ones for your dessert, veggies and potatoes. With that said, I have to make a confession. I am prejudice. Wow! Wash … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Duct Tape

Posted on March 30, 2015 by jpeters_admin

During my son’s time in the Marines, one of his subordinates approached him. “Sir, I can’t find my rifle.” An odd thing, indeed, for a marine to say. On top of that, this particular individual had a history of misplacing … Continue reading →

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Fun With Snow

Posted on February 18, 2015 by jpeters_admin

I surrender! I give in to the great white fluff, pressing on my brain. Last night, as I gazed from my window at the snowy white landscape, which looked more like an image of the moon than my front yard, … Continue reading →

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Fear versus Trust

Posted on February 15, 2015 by jpeters_admin

Have you ever felt like your life’s tailspinning out of control? That you’re swirling down into a deep, dark hole, with no way out? That’s me the last few months. Between health issues, financial difficulties, job concerns, and other things. … Continue reading →

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Jonathan Edwards Set the Bar High

Posted on January 1, 2015 by jpeters_admin

Each New Years, people make resolutions. Check these out. Resolutions of Jonathan Edwards (1703-1758), from the Works of Jonathan Edwards, Vol. 1 Being sensible that I am unable to do anything without God’s help, I do humble entreat Him, by … Continue reading →

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