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A Fish Story
On a guided fishing trip with my oldest son last week, my grandson Hunter caught the biggest fish. Mine would have been bigger than his, but it got away.
Dream Big
When I go with the family to Disney World, cast members encourage me to have a “magical day.” Supposedly, all I need to fulfill my dreams is to believe. Really?
Going the Wrong Way
Greg thought he could outrun the storm and get to safety, but where? He drove south on 19th street but had to stop at the light.
Watch Your Words
Some people think the restriction of free speech is something new. Say something inappropriate and the Political Correctness Police will post your words on YouTube.
Discipleship
At the beginning of Matthew’s and Mark’s gospels, we’re told about Jesus appearing at the Sea of Galilee and calling some fishermen to leave their jobs and families and…
When Lightning Strikes
In 1998, I thought lightning had struck. The doctor said my wife could die any day. She definitely wouldn’t live another three months. Why was that news such a shock?
God’s Story in You
Most Christians will not lead one person to the Lord in their lifetime. Why is that? Why are we so reluctant to share Christ with people?
Timmy’s Secret
Timmy Johnson slipped out of the house through the bedroom window, with his German Shepard, Shultzy, tagging along. “I know, Mom said I have to stay in my room.
Believing
Susan studied the charts, but they made about as much sense if she were trying to read them without her glasses.
Remember Me
When Jesus ate supper with the disciples before he was arrested, he broke the bread and passed the cup, saying, “This bread is my body. The wine is my blood.
Writing Proverbs
The technical term is aphorism, a short saying that expresses a generally understood truth.
It’s Not about Me
Years ago, I read The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren. It’s pretty hard to dispute what he has to say, because he keeps quoting the Bible to substantiate his points.