Tag Archives: love

A Greater Hope

Even when it might be tempting to start looking for gopher wood and patching tar, we should keep in mind that hope, faith and love outlast every disaster. Continue reading

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So Many

Isn’t it intriguing that living on the same planet, dealing with the challenges of life, causes some people to wilt and others to flourish and grow stronger? Faith, hope and love… Continue reading

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Beyond Common

We need those special incidents that help us to be aware of others’ love for us and to be aware of our love for them. Continue reading

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A Reminder of Mystery

Though we seldom embrace them with genuine joy, we need those times of testing… and the sincere and fervent prayers of others in order to endure those times! Continue reading

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Warm Blessing on a Chilly Day

As Charlie Daniels sang many years ago, “There’s some things in this world you just can’t explain.” Some of those things are mighty fine! Continue reading

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Beyond Fire and Pain

Even when I cannot fathom the present moment, I will trust the coming hours to him who holds all things. Continue reading

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Even Better than the Jelly of the Month Club

Batteries wear down, toys and tools can break, and clothes wear out, but there are other gifts that last longer the more they are used… Continue reading

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Invocation & Benediction

May you be blessed in both the beginning and ending of this day that the Lord has made! Continue reading

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Of Coffee & Scones and the Owning of Love

There is much more to the art of love than fresh coffee and homemade scones… but they make a pretty good start. Continue reading

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Against the Odds

In the aftermath of tragedy, a late walk on a cloudy night reminds us that even a dim reflection of God’s light and love helps illuminate the world around us. Continue reading

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