Why Bother?

Oh the things that we stumble onto when we are cleaning out.  A couple of weeks ago I was going through some old books when I came across a grocery store coupon that was inside one of them.  All I can figure is that at some point in time, when I was reading it, I…

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Do You See?

While people’s inclinations seem to be the same from generation to generation, the nuances of the differences in issues can vary.  One of those issues that has changed faster than our relational insights, has been around technology – particularly cell phones.  I can assure you that 20 years ago I was not dealing with this…

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The Number One Problem in Marriage

What is the most prominent problem in marriage?  You might be thinking – your wife or husband.  But I would argue they are a person not a problem.  Many marriage experts have suggested that the biggest factors leading to troubled marriages are items such as: technology, children, pornography, stress, or finances.  But blogger Malinda Fuller…

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Who is in Charge?

As you read the title of today’s thoughts, and you begin to consider “who is in charge,” you may find your mind jumping to one of two places – either “he or she is,” or “I am.”  But therein may be the problem. In his book Kingdom Man, Dr. Tony Evans tells of the impact…

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Do You Want to Come to the Party?

“Sure,” you may think.  “A party sounds like fun.”  Good.  Oh, “What kind of party?”  You would have to ask that.  Well, now I’m not so certain you will want to come.  You see, the party to which I am inviting you is one at which there will be guilt, nastiness, and unfair fighting.  Oh…

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Messy Imperfection

Have you ever found yourself sitting with someone who “has it all together?”  They seem to have the perfect tan, the ideal job, the flawless children, unmatchable vacations, teeth that can’t get any whiter, and not a hair out of place.  How relaxed did you feel in their presence?  My guess is, not very.  Instead…

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Is Love Scarce?

I will never forget after my first child was born how amazed I was that I could feel such love for a “little person.”  It was overwhelming.  So, when my second child was about to enter the world five years later – I was concerned.  I knew the enormity of my love for the first…

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Choose

What do you choose?  We make choices everyday – should I get a big Mac or a salad? (I know the best answer – but don’t always like it)  Will I watch the movie or change the channel to a sitcom?  Do I wear the blue shirt or the maroon one?   Hundreds of choices are…

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Old Tapes – Part Two

I have recently come across some old cassette tapes of music that I have loved from years gone by.  I have been converting these into CDs so that I can still enjoy these classic bands in my car.  I am amazed at how powerful these old tapes can be in transporting me back in time…

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