Have you ever been surprised by a prayer? I’ve been wondering what God’s been teaching me through this whole period of forced inactivity. I’m thinking He may be showing me something about prayer. That’s a good thing–I have a lot to learn. Last week we met a new doctor—not a unique experience over the past […]
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Memory
Happy Monday! In the U.S. this is Memorial Day, which inspires our word-of-the-week … Memory Memorial Day is about remembering, and thanking, those who raised their hands and went to places and situations of service. We rightfully associate the holiday with military service and sacrifice, but we also must honor those who chose other forms […]
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Happy Saturday! I know you can overdo even a very good thing. At the risk of doing that, I’m going to take today to remind and re-encourage you to help promote our video entry (see below) in a contest called REAL LIFE from INVACARE/TOP END, my hand cycle sponsor. Grand Prize in the contest is $6,000 to our […]
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Did Jesus ever feel disappointed and discouraged? I’m pretty sure He did. Did He ever wonder if He was on the wrong path? Not so sure—I don’t think so. One great solace as a follower of Jesus, at least for me, is the knowledge that He was fully human. I know I can share what […]
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… is that there isn’t one. How did you respond to the “end of the world” predictions last week? I couldn’t decide whether to chuckle or cry. My personal inclination was humor. I joked about not paying bills, taking an insanely expensive vacation on credit—the sort of silliness that’s born of simply not taking something […]
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Do you ever think about the difference between knowing ABOUT Jesus and knowing Jesus? A friend told me this story last week. At a funeral, the pastor offered the opportunity for anyone to say a few words. The first man rose quickly and strode boldly to the podium. He removed his prepared remarks from his […]
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Happy Monday! I‘m inviting you to travel back to about age 4 to experience today’s word-of-the-week… Giddiness Can you recall that Christmas morning feeling when you were around four years old, when you were so excited you couldn’t wait to see what was under the tree? You remember—that I-gotta-see-it-right-now-or-I’m-gonna-have-a-heart-attack feeling? That’s sort of how I’m […]
Continue readingA Different “Look”
Happy Saturday. This presentation challenges a lot of stereotypes about how to deal with a disability. I’ll bet it also encourages you to expand your notions about the power of belief. If you can’t see the video, click here. Have a great weekend.
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What’s it all about? The question was aimed at me, and the “it” was the bike ride project. We were brainstorming an inspirational tagline, something that tugs at heart strings and makes everyone eager to follow and support the ride. Something like “1500 miles for hope.” If you have any suggestions, send them along in […]
Continue readingHas The Gospel Changed You?
Has the gospel changed you—how? I love my small group. We get into amazing, deep, authentic discussions. We ask questions to which there aren’t necessarily any right answers, and it’s okay. I think we’re blessed to spend time together each week. Last night we encountered this question: How has the gospel changed you? However, there […]
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Have you ever seriously wondered how much of what’s happening is about you? I’ve been reflecting on the issue of temporary setbacks. Initially this wound on my backside seemed to be a two-week hiccup. Various complications lengthened the process. Doc’s best guess now puts resumption of training at about June 1. That’ll mean roughly forty […]
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Happy Monday. I just listened to an interview that’s got me pondering a word-of-the-week … CHOICES There are some choices I’m very glad I don’t have to make. I listened to the man who decides to open spillways that relieve pressure on Mississippi River levees. Protecting those levees is a vital function that prevents catastrophic […]
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