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Quick Thought – Friday, May 1, 2026: Be Strong and Courageous

God does not always remove the darkness before we step forward. But He does promise His presence. He does not tell us to be strong because we are naturally fearless. He tells us to be strong because He is faithful. Continue reading

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The Family Gifts That Shaped Me

Some family members gave me confidence. Others gave me faith, love, joy, and perspective. It’s hard to narrow that down to one person. Continue reading

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The Gift That Stopped Time

A few Christmases ago, my daughter gave me something I didn’t even know I still longed for — a custom portrait that reunited three generations of our family, including my mother, who passed away in 2007. It hangs in our living room now, a daily reminder of legacy, love, and a daughter who knows her father’s heart. Continue reading

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Quick Thought – Sunday, November 16, 2025 – Lessons From Mom: Encourage Your Grandchildren

This is the 21st of 25 special reflections based on lessons I learned from my mother. These will run from my birthday on October 27 until her birthday on November 20. Read Proverbs 17 Grandchildren are the crown of the aged,    and … Continue reading

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The Best Thing I Ever Helped Create

I’ve accomplished a few things in my life, but none of them mean as much to me as the people I helped bring into this world. My daughter, Lizzi, is the best thing I ever helped create — and through her, my grandson Sully. Watching her become not just a remarkable woman but one of my best friends is what I’m most proud of. Continue reading

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Quick Thought – Sunday, August 24, 2025: A Father’s Gift

Read Romans 6:15-23 For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23 Reflect When my daughter was six years old she got extremely sick. Throughout the … Continue reading

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Quick Thought – Friday, August 22, 2025: Who Is the Greatest?

Read Luke 22:24-30 But not so with you. Rather, let the greatest among you become as the youngest, and the leader as one who serves. Luke 22:26 Reflect There is a very short list of people who would be considered … Continue reading

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Quick Thought – Thursday, August 21, 2025: Who Has Your Ear?

Read 1 Corinthians 2:6-16 Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we might understand the things freely given us by God. 1 Corinthians 2:12 Reflect My daughter is a licensed hairdresser. … Continue reading

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30 Things That Make Me Happy

Happiness can feel elusive at times, but when I stopped to list 30 things that bring me joy, I realized how many blessings fill my life. This exercise became a moment of gratitude, a reminder that happiness isn’t just a … Continue reading

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Finding Comfort in the Everyday

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 (NIV) Comfort, for me, doesn’t come from fancy self-care routines or expensive habits. It shows up in the little, intentional choices … Continue reading

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