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It’s Better to be a Loser

The Old Testament reading in church today was about King David’s sins: murder and adultery. In 2 Samuel 11:26-12:10, 13-15 we read about how David had killed a man named Uriah because he wanted Uriah’s wife for himself. The thing … Continue reading

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Proverbs: Part 14

This week brings us to chapter 14 in Proverbs. Although there are many words of wisdom to be found within this chapter, I’d like to pull out the proverbs that pertain to a healthy fear of the Lord. The faithless … Continue reading

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Proverbs: Part 11

I decided to select the following proverb from our next chapter, chapter 12, for my post this week. If I had to select one proverb that rings the truest in my life, this one might be it.

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Proverbs: Part Five

This week I’ll be comparing Proverbs to my Shelby GT500. I know that seems strange, but when I read the words in chapter four I am reminded of the beast in my garage.

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Proverbs: Part Four

I just did the calculations on how long my study of Proverbs is going to take me to complete at my current rate: just shy of seven full months. Now THAT is a lot of wisdom! Part Four – Chapter … Continue reading

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Proverbs: Part Three

I began my study of Proverbs a couple of weeks ago because Twitter sent me into a slight fit of rage. All the worldly one-liners about the meaning of life, how to live it to the fullest, how to achieve … Continue reading

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When There Is Nothing Else There Is The Baby Jesus

A group of soldiers delivered Christmas presents to the children of Jacob’s House Orphanage in South Korea this past weekend. I tagged along, spending hours snuggling with the infants and playing with the toddlers. One of the little boys took … Continue reading

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The Things Nightmares Are Made Of

Last week I received an invitation by a seasoned traveler and military spouse to journey into Seoul for some Christmas shopping. Without a moment’s hesitation I responded, “I’M IN!” While I was very excited to do some shopping for authentic … Continue reading

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What Do We Have To Be Thankful For?

Before we dig into our Thanksgiving feast this Thursday we’ll give thanks for our food, for our families, for our health (if we have it) and for our freedoms as citizens of this great county we call the United States … Continue reading

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The 180° Turn That Will Save Your Life

Last Sunday I listened to a sermon from a pastor who shouldn’t have been alive. I sat in the pew in fervent attention as Nelson Chapman, pastor at Songtan Central Baptist Church, South Korea, described the events that took place … Continue reading

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