Jesus is Born!
With the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, the Reason for the Season can get lost in the shuffle. I can get so caught up in getting my Christmas Cards mailed, gifts bought and wrapped, the dinner organized and decorations put up…that I forget to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. So it is the reason that I am posting this blog. We must pause and reflect on the story that we hold so dear because it is the very reason we live. We need to thank God for the gifts we receive every...
Read MoreMy Testimony
In applying for a Children Pastor Position, I was asked to tell my Testimony and faith in Jesus. I thought I would share it on my blog. Please feel free to share your testimony with me. MY TESTIMONY My Testimony of how I came to trust Jesus and what “faith in Him means to me”-spans my lifetime. I have had many single events that over time proved to me-that I am on the same path as the Lord. He taught me how to love and serve others with my successes and failures as a human being. I am...
Read MoreFavorite Thanksgiving Memory
When I was in 4th grade my large family moved to a small logging town called Hyampom in Northern California. We lived at the base of a mountain range along the South Fork River. A creek descended down the mountain in a small gorge beside our house. We had lived in the San Joaquin valley for many years prior. We felt so blessed to live in this rugged terrain that was “Open Range”. We could explore anywhere we wanted as there were not many “NO TRESPASSING” signs. My...
Read MoreFollow Me
In the beginning of Jesus’ ministry He said to the local fishermen, “Follow me and I will make you fishers of men” Matt. 4:19 Many people in the centuries to follow are still answering that call to follow Him. I have known Jesus all of my life, and answered that call at a very early age. Following Him is the only thing that makes real sense in my life. He helps me every day… to live. In one of Jesus’ sermons where He teaches His followers not to worry about food,...
Read MoreThe Seasons of life
Here in the Northwest we are experiencing what they call an “Indian Summer”. Each year we always hope that our Fall will be warm and the changing of the leaves – Spectacular! This year is just one of those years. My friends and family are enjoying it very much and every day someone will mention how beautiful our surroundings or show pictures of a tree in their yard. On a walk I took pictures of my beautiful neighborhood trees and foliage to show my friends and family in...
Read MoreIt is all in your Perspective.
I am a big NFL fan. So much so…that I am in a NFL Fantasy Football League. This is my third year and it has been a big learning curve for me. I have as you would suspect some wins, some losses, some strong players, weak teams, strong teams and weak players. Mistakes are made in every game. Some teams let the mistakes beat them down and they end up losing the game. Other teams learn from their mistakes… keep their head in the game, and end up winning. Their attitude is determined on...
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