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It’s December; it’s Christmas time. We are treated to advertisements for music, party dresses, iGear, coats and cars, (I’ve never known anyone to give a car as a Christmas gift. Have you?) all designed to give us a feeling of good cheer and coziness. Warm fireplaces, … Continue reading
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Work is a blessing. It is intended to be a way for human beings to use their talents and creativity to the glory of God. Way back in the garden, before sin corrupted the world, God gave us work to do. “The Lord God … Continue reading
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Do you know what Jesus did for you? You might know that he died for your sins and that if you follow Him you will go to heaven when you die, but do you know that He gives you power and forgiveness … Continue reading
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How should I look at my experience with a stroke? My recovery has been excellent, but the truth that I had a stroke still stands. It’s disturbing. I come face to face with the age old question: If there is a God, … Continue reading
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Every once-in-a-while I have a momentary awareness of unseen but very real spiritual activity. It usually happens at night. Last night, after pleasant patio dinner with all of our children and our one (napless and rather bleary-eyed) three-year-old grandson I couldn’t get to sleep. For no good … Continue reading
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I wonder about the physiology of laughter. How is it that humor generates a spontaneous giggle? And then I wonder what makes something funny. What is the definition of humor? (I suppose I could research these things, but today I’m just wondering.) … Continue reading
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What do rising flood waters and recent violent events have in common? They are both relentless. The Chicago area is flooded today. Rivers and rain water intruded into streets, back yards and houses. Sump pumps valiantly ejected water from below the foundations of houses and buildings, but they did not always … Continue reading
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If heaven published a newspaper, what would the big stories have been in the days leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus? And what would Jerusalem’s newspaper have reported during the same week? Publisher’s note: These are the second issues of The Jerusalem Journal and … Continue reading
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“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are the rich in self-sufficiency and pride, for theirs are the kingdoms of this world. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. … Continue reading
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My family lost a loved one this week. Wednesday’s funeral service for my Uncle Carl was a lovely tribute to his well-lived life, and the lunch that followed was an opportunity to share hugs, tears and laughter with aunts, uncles, and cousins. It … Continue reading
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