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My son, Bryan, and I recently had the opportunity to visit the Cleveland Museum of Art. As we walked through a maze of galleries, we stumbled upon a room containing swords and armor, even armor fitted for horses! As we wandered through, we saw variations on swords – some were straight, some curved – but…

How could I forget? Well, it seemed pretty easily! Finishing the preparations of my lunch, the smell of fresh brewed coffee wafted through my kitchen. I could not wait to take that first sip as I settled into my time with the Lord. I took a peek over as the ending gurgle signaled the pot…

The new year invites opportunity for a fresh start, new beginnings, a new way to grow. Many are looking to do things better not only with exercise and diet but with organization and relationships. People are looking for change and improvement in different areas of their life, including their life with God. In the past…

“’Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house”… Eager anticipation fills the air as children prepare – Santa Claus is coming tonight! Stockings are hung, and cookies and milk are carefully set by the fire. With no thoughts of sleep, they are herded off to bed hardly able to wait for the coming…

Christmas is a season where it seems we go from one celebration to the next. From our annual Christmas in the Valley celebration to a Christmas lunch, this is the season of planning, preparing, participating and putting away! This morning, I was chatting with a woman who was preparing for her Christmas lunch. As I…

The search for gifts had officially begun! Slipping into the cold back car seat, my excitement started to bubble. We were headed to the mall to find the deals of the season! Thanksgiving had passed, but Black Friday had come. The lines would be long, but the savings would be high. When I was a…

Thanksgiving…a day set aside to give thanks. All over our country, families and friends will gather, giving thanks for their countless blessings. They will recount the past year and the goodness of God, even in a year of difficulties. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect, to celebrate, and to look forward to in hope. Thanksgiving…

“How long?” Often asked by a child impatient to get to the end of a journey. The car ride is long or sometimes short, but they are ready for the adventure to begin! Knowing when the journey will end gets them through the car ride. Do you ever ask God “How long?” Our journey in…

Because of the sacrifice of many men and women, citizens of the United States have freedoms we all enjoy. Veteran’s Day is a special day set aside for Americans to honor veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and their willingness to serve and sacrifice for the citizens of our country. Their sacrifice provided for…

Worship. So often the word “worship” transports us to a Sunday Morning Worship Service where we lift our voices in praise to God as we bring honor to who He is and what He has done. With heartfelt offerings on a Sunday morning, for me time in the Word and prayer often becomes more of…