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At Easter – Always Say “Yes”

Posted onMarch 29, 2026March 30, 2026

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At Easter - Always Say "Yes"

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Before we start with “Always Say Yes,” I want to tell you about an Easter devotional – FREE – to use this week. This tool gives you 2 pages for each day that feature:

First, a “Brief Focus” with reflective thoughts.
Second, a “Fun Activity” for each day.
Third, a “Teaching Point” that blends those two sections into practical action points for your life.

If you follow us on your favorite podcast app, you’ll get the audio episodes of the same content in your feed. So, you can have a visual and audio version to Prepare For Easter.

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Privilege

Posted onMarch 23, 2026March 23, 2026

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Privilege

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Right now, I’m thinking of the late Queen Elizabeth II of England. One thing I remember and admire about her is how she always carried herself. Without doubt, she portrayed quality character, even in difficulties. Matter of fact, as I followed her life and conduct, I witnessed how she portrayed her position of privilege.

How does a discussion about privilege apply to you? Let’s explore together.

When Life Heats Up

Posted onMarch 17, 2026March 23, 2026

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When Life Heats Up

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Once-in-awhile, a burner on my stovetop “goes nova!” Unexplainably, it just gets super hot. Interestingly, it even glows! Needless to say, that makes it challenging to cook. As I ponder that frustrating phenomenon, I find myself reflecting about when life heats up and “goes nova!”

When life heats up, you must –

Manage the heat.
Address critical details.
Try not to get burned.
Maneuver as skillfully as possible.
Pray for God’s help.

Have you ever gone nova?

The Power Of 2 Little Verses – Scripture Dissection

Posted onMarch 9, 2026March 9, 2026

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The Power Of 2 Little Verses - Scripture Dissection

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Think for a minute. What is your most valuable and effective daily resource? In fact, what are your top two tools you rely on most to effectively navigate your day? Your phone? Car? Washer and dryer? Backyard grill? To-do list? Cup of coffee? Bread machine? Google maps? What if I told you about two powerful tools that help you navigate the territory of your soul each day? Interestingly, that’s where the power of 2 little verses comes in.

Let’s explore.

Hope In Terrible Times

Posted onFebruary 2, 2026February 2, 2026

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Hope In Terrible Times

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I’m sure you’ve listened to the news . . . read the newspapers . . . listened to podcasts. Subsequently, you know the world is really struggling right now. In essence, that’s why we should explore what it looks like to have hope in terrible times.

Live Well This Year – Scripture Dissection

Posted onJanuary 26, 2026January 26, 2026

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Live Well This Year - Scripture Dissection

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The first article this year was “Start This Year Well.” We explored 10 great action points. January is almost over, and some of the emotional energy of starting a new year is wearing off. So, we ask the question – how can you live well this year? The entire year!

Afterall, it’s an on-going question.

Refreshing And Rare: Hope For This Year

Posted onJanuary 12, 2026January 12, 2026

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Refreshing And Rare: Hope For This Year

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When you think of “refreshing and rare,” who comes to your mind? What character qualities define this person? I’m guessing they are courageous, personable, persevering. Further, I imagine they are kind and gentle, as well as strong and honest. Most of all, the person who comes to your mind probably lives with hope.

As you enter this next year, you need hope, too. The next 12 months provide opportunity to manage, enjoy, and problem-solve in your life. Thankfully, God provides refreshing and rare hope for every day.

Purpose-Filled Living – Scripture Dissection

Posted onNovember 17, 2025January 8, 2026

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Purpose-Filled Living - Scripture Dissection

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I can’t think of a better way to begin this content – purpose-filled living – than to quote a good authority on the subject.

“Your most profound and intimate experiences of worship will likely be in your darkest days – when you heart is broken, when you feel abandoned, when you’re out of options, when the pain is great – and you turn to God alone.” (Rick Warren)

This insightful quote leads us into our discovery today.

Strong Hope #5 – Scripture Dissection

Posted onOctober 27, 2025January 8, 2026

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Strong Hope #5 - Scripture Dissection

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As I consider today’s material: “Strong Hope,” I’m reminded of a Bible passage in one of my quiet times. Interestingly, a thought struck me as I read that passage. Simply this.

If I were to make a list of all the struggles, issues, sorrows, and difficulties in my life so far –

– and if I were to put a column of dates next to them (similar to what I have in my Bible)

– then, if I were to record a verse or promise God gave me for that particular situation in a third column

– I would have an amazing record of God’s faithfulness in my neediness. In fact, I’d have enough material to publish a book about strong hope.

This is #5 in a series on hope.

Change Me, Lord! New Hope #4

Posted onOctober 20, 2025January 8, 2026

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Change Me, Lord! New Hope #4

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Have you ever desperately cried out “change me, Lord?” I have.

I vividly remember a time I said this many years ago. Challenges had piled up. Demands were high. Expectations even higher. I was pulled in too many directions. And I felt overwhelmed.