Category Archives: Meet the Applegates

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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Community Service: Learn New Skills, Help Neighbors, Build Character

Posted on October 30, 2011 by admin

We invested 4 hours at Johnson Chapel in Northeast Houston and gained a memory for a lifetime. We created memories of service to the community, a memory of learning about construction and repairs, and a memory of working together. To be honest none of us were looking forward to getting up early Saturday morning for a service project. My two sons have little to no construction experience and were anxious about their lack of ability to contribute. Continue reading →

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Christians Celebrate the of Feast of Tabernacles

Posted on October 16, 2011 by admin

So, as Christians, we celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles to look back to when God dwelled in the wilderness camp, to when His shekinah glory filled theTemple, and to when He lived in the flesh among us in Jesus.
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Saying Goodbye To A Family Pet

Posted on June 5, 2011 by admin

This blog post describes our thoughts and experience of losing our family pet rabbit, Mason. I offer some tips to consider when your family pet dies. Continue reading →

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Relationships: The Only Thing That Really Matters

Posted on May 15, 2011 by admin

Reflecting on how fast 17 years have passed and the fact that our children are quickly growing up we talked about the things we most value in our lives. We live a very full, exciting, and sometimes challenging life. Julie and I are in agreement that God’s most valuable gift of life is the relationships we share. Our life is not about the things we collect, but the memories and moments that we share with those we love. Continue reading →

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Family Activity: How to Teach Your Children to Treasure God’s Word

Posted on May 1, 2011 by admin

This is a story of an activity to do with your kids that takes a little creativity and planning, but will illustrate and teach our children to treasure God’s word. Continue reading →

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Do What You Love, Love What You Do

Posted on March 5, 2011 by admin

How to do what you love. Helping you reflect on your life, career, family, or other areas where you invest time. Identify what is really important in your life. What gives you the greatest joy and the deepest satisfaction. Whatever it takes, find a path to get you there. Continue reading →

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Extremely Serious With a High Potential for Death

Posted on February 19, 2011 by admin

Sometimes God makes family leaders lie down, takes us to quiet waters where family leaders can restore their soul to be used in your family for His namesake. Continue reading →

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Rites of Passage – Navigation

Posted on December 26, 2010 by admin

Ships Compass Do you practice any rites of passage for your kids?  A rite of passage is a ritual event that marks a persons progress from one status to another.  We often celebrate rites of passages with ceremonies such as baptisms, confirmations, … Continue reading →

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