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The original “It’s All Gone?” (Thought #16) was written in the early 90’s after some severe weather in Madison County. Several families lost their possessions including their homes. Storm victims were interviewed, and many said they had lost everything they … Continue reading →

Over the years Wilma and I have travelled to my hometown to attend high school reunions of the Class of 1960. Several years ago we attended my 33-year reunion. Yeah, that’s a bit unusual. But the organizers said our class … Continue reading →

From 1946 until his death in 1970, George Szell was conductor of the Cleveland Orchestra. Two days after his death the Orchestra went ahead with its scheduled concert in his honor. The performance opened with an empty podium, and the … Continue reading →

In a recent email from a financial advisor, the writer included an email from a subscriber, which had nothing to do with finances, but was sent as a Christian witness to the advisor: “If you reject Yahweh and his son … Continue reading →

About fifteen years ago I discovered that my blood pressure was higher than it should have been. My doctor told me to reduce sodium intake and get more exercise. I asked him about stress. He said stress has a significant … Continue reading →

In the first of this series of writings the goal was stated: “to exhort others to higher planes of peace, joy and contentment in the Christian life.” I recognize that these are not the only words of encouragement you receive … Continue reading →

During December Wilma and I watched the Hallmark presentation of “November Christmas.” One of the characters in the story was a father whose teenaged son had been killed in an auto accident. The father said, “Since then, God and I … Continue reading →

Have you ever had an encounter with someone when it seemed as though God had scheduled for you an appointment with that person? Has there been a time when the Holy Spirit impressed upon you that this was not a … Continue reading →

During the last few weeks before Christmas, people individually and the world as a whole are said to have the “Christmas spirit.” That is, to a large degree, people around the world seem to be kinder, more loving and slower … Continue reading →

A few Christmases ago we were given a music CD entitled, “Christmas Presence.” The title is a variation of the more familiar term, “Christmas presents.” During the Christmas season it’s easy to spend more time thinking about presents and less … Continue reading →