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How Big?
The question that no theologian can answer is that which Anselm ventured to describe: God is, according to Ansel, “that than which no greater can be conceived.” David simply said that by gazing upon the stars, he came to the… Continue reading
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Captain Richard Phillips: Underdogs and Big Dogs
"Greater love hath no man than this." Captain Richard Philips was willing to lay down his life for his friends. The pirates off the coast of Somalia were fewer in number than the crew of the USS Bainbridge, but they… Continue reading
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Before That There Was Paul Potts
If you are a dreamer, be a doer. Paul Potts blew them away as well. There are so many examples of people who have moved beyond wishful thinking into the arena of positive action. The road to success is risky… Continue reading
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Susan Boyle
Oh my! This brought real tears to my eyes and I am still tearing. I will watch this video again and again and whenever I am tempted to be discouraged by the derision of the crowds. Chuck Goetschel posted a… Continue reading
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Lee Strobel on the Resurrection
Lee Strobel teaches on the historic basis for believing the witnesses to Jesus' resurrection. ___________________________ ___________________________ Other videos of Strobel's teachings are on the same YouTube page. For your consideration and your own conclusions. Continue reading
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These songs have been lifting me to God today. May my offering to Him be received as worship. __________________________________ __________________________________ I am looking forward to tomorrow. Continue reading
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It Is About Transformation
"Jesus did not call us to be mad at sinners all the time. Until our communities come to notice our love as the predominant mood of our lives, I seriously doubt that they will believe anything true about the love… Continue reading
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Now Is the Time! Recession Is No Excuse for Recess!
Contrary to the human tendency toward flight in times of danger, these are days for entrepreneurs to venture forth into the unknown and strut their creative stuff. The time is right for new ideas, for niche thinking, and for bold… Continue reading
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Favorite “Grooks” from Piet Hein
Years ago, I acquired two volumes of "Grooks" by Danish scientist, poet, mathematician, inventor, and author, Peit Hein.Hein died in 1996 and most of his works were out of print. However, they can be read at this site which also… Continue reading
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Philip Yancey on Prayer
Since my assignment this week is to be aware of my conversation with God and to simply know that God is present and hearing, Yancey's honest remarks struck a chord with me. ______________________ ______________________ After 54 years of living and… Continue reading
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