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When In Doubt, GO…Always Put Commitment Over Convenience

Posted on February 20, 2012 by admin

Funerals are never convenient especially when they require driving 9 hours in the rain to attend. Last weekend was the funeral of my brother in-law’s mother. It was on a Saturday afternoon 4 1/2 hours drive away. We had gymnastics practice, a boy scout camp out, homework and errands and flash flood warning that gave many excuses to stay home. I have to admit that was also the last way I wanted to spend my weekend. Continue reading →

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Peace Be With You For I Have Overcome the World – Jesus

Posted on February 11, 2012 by admin

We all have bad days, bad weeks, and sometimes bad years. We learn from our mistakes and we learn to persevere and to endure the hardships that we experience in this world. Continue reading →

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Two Simple Steps To Help You Become the Spiritual Leader In Your Home

Posted on February 4, 2012 by admin

Being the spiritual leader in your home can be an intimidating goal. This article seeks to offer simple direction to help you become a spiritual leader in your family. Continue reading →

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Encouragement From Mario Kart

Posted on January 15, 2012 by admin

What impressed me was that in life we also get knocked down, crash and get behind. If we get back in the race, use all our resources and stay on course we can finish well. Continue reading →

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God Chooses Our Families

Posted on January 8, 2012 by admin

We choose our friends and we choose our mates, but we do not choose our family. Many may wish they could choose their family, but God has reserved this choice for himself alone. When it comes to moms and dads leading their family it is important to recognize the significance of the responsibility we have been given. Continue reading →

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Coach John Wooden Shares The Importance of Family Virtues

Posted on January 3, 2012 by admin

Joshua Wooden recognized the value of putting the beliefs you hold dear to writing and passed them on to John in the form of a simple list on a piece of paper titled “Seven Things To Do”. This creed was a standard to live to and provided a foundation to guide and ground John’s life. Continue reading →

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Giving the Perfect Christmas Gift

Posted on December 14, 2011 by admin

I am writing to the husbands and fathers who, like me, find it easy to let our wives shop for the kids Christmas gifts and are quick to pick up a gift card or buy off the list provided for our wives. There have been too many Christmas mornings that I am just as surprised as the kids to see what Dad got them for Christmas. While this may be the path of least resistance and an easy way to check Christmas gifts off the list, we are the ones who miss out the most. Continue reading →

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Year End Giving

Posted on November 27, 2011 by admin

As you seek to lead your family in a legacy of giving involve the whole family, check out the financial accountability, follow your heart, and compliment your financial giving with your time. Continue reading →

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Family Thanksgiving Activity

Posted on November 20, 2011 by admin

Thanksgiving guide to read scripture, share and offer thanks through prayer on the Thanksgiving holiday Continue reading →

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Be Careful Little Eyes What You See…Truth Is True No Matter Your Age

Posted on November 13, 2011 by admin

As parents we seek to protect the innocence of our children, but what actions are you taking to protect your eyes, your ears, your mind, and your heart? When we think we are above temptation is when we are the most vulnerable. Take a moment to read this Continue reading →

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