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Living Stones – The Next Generation

Posted on February 5, 2022 by admin

In 1999 my mother went to Israel and asked me if she could bring anything back.  I asked her to bring me back some stones from the ground because I had a plan for a specific occasion.  Often in Scripture rocks are used as a symbol to mark and proclaim great things God has done in the lives of His people. Continue reading →

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Highlights from You and Me Forever by Francis & Lisa Chan

Posted on September 18, 2016 by admin

The following are some of the highlights for me from You and me Forever – Marriage in light of eternity by Francis Chan & Lisa Chan Continue reading →

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Big Sky Backpacking

Posted on June 15, 2015 by admin

One of the great privileges a father has is to give his blessing to his son or daughter. To memorialize the fact that your love for them is beyond circumstances or performance. To celebrate their practice of making good choices that follow the values that you have taught and modeled for them. Continue reading →

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Our Life Is Our Ministry – Considerations For Workplace Ministry, Part II

Posted on May 4, 2013 by admin

This week I had the opportunity to share with another Christian business owner how God provided for our business in ways nothing short of miraculous. I shared my vision and confidence for the future that involved a belief that God is actively involved in shaping the future. He looked at me as if he did not understand. Continue reading →

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Our Life Is Our Ministry – Considerations For Workplace Ministry

Posted on April 28, 2013 by admin

series to share some of my thoughts and experiences with the hope that it will encourage and inspire you to think about your Christian faith and God given talents permeates your church, family, vocational and recreational life. Continue reading →

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This is my son in whom I am well pleased

Posted on March 2, 2013 by admin

I shared with Drew the characteristics of these men that I admired and allow each of these men to speak a word of affirmation and encouragement to Drew. I really had no formal agenda or ceremony, but allowed it to happen naturally over the 3 days we were together. Continue reading →

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Small Adventures To Create Lasting Family Memories

Posted on July 4, 2011 by admin

The sugar glider was a hit with the mall shoppers until he glided to the floor and scampered across the mall causing brief terror for those who thought they were watching a rat run at them. Continue reading →

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The 20 Rules Of This House

Posted on June 26, 2011 by admin

I enjoy reading other business and family values, rules, or boundaries that are used to lead and provide boundaries for business or family. We have our family Core Values posted on the refrigerator for reference when making choices or using for instruction. These are great tools to use and leaves no question as to how we are supposed to operate. Continue reading →

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Teaching About the Birds and the Bees

Posted on April 9, 2011 by admin

Practical tips for Christian parents in teaching their children about sex. Start early, build a biblical foundation, create a comfortable atmosphere to initiate conversation, recognize your body as a temple of the living God are simple strategies to teach and develop a sexual worldview with your kids. Continue reading →

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How to Make Disciples in our Homes

Posted on March 14, 2011 by admin

How to follow the model given by Jesus to train your children to be disciples of Christ and fulfill the great commission. Continue reading →

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