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“The Ultimate Gift”

Absorbing God’s Word “He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child.” Luke 2:5 Applying God’s Word Mary, pregnant with Jesus, is said to have traveled with Joseph about 90 … Continue reading

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“The Advocate”

Absorbing God’s Word “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.” John 14:26 Applying God’s Word I was speaking at a … Continue reading

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 “My Days”

Absorbing God’s Word ”Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Colossians 4:2-6 Applying God’s Word I turned 76 last Wednesday. On my birthday last year, Louise and I went away on a three-day silent retreat. This year on my birthday, … Continue reading

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“Born of the Spirit”

Absorbing God’s Word “You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘Youmust be born again. The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it … Continue reading

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 “Thanks Dad” 

Absorbing God’s Word “Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it.” Proverbs 22:6  Applying God’s Word Thanksgiving was my dad’s favorite holiday. He loved that our family made every effort to … Continue reading

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“The Flame”

Absorbing God’s Word “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” Galatians 2:20 Applying God’s Word It occurred to me that many of my readers and/or others may want to know a little more … Continue reading

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“Changing Lanes”

Absorbing God’s Word “Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city. Proverbs.” 16:32 Applying God’s Word I see myself as a pretty patient person, but at times, when driving, I turn into … Continue reading

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“My Friend Aloysius”

Absorbing God’s Word “Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 28:19 Applying God’s Word Most of you have only heard me speak … Continue reading

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“Gone Fishing”

Absorbing God’s Word “Simon answered, “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” Luke 5:5 Applying God’s Word God is constantly asking Louise and I to let down the … Continue reading

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“You Talking To Me” ?

Absorbing God’s Word “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit … fruit that will last.” John 15:16 Applying God’s Word Louise and I just traveled to Scottsdale, … Continue reading

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