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I'm just an ordinary guy walking along the journey of life.

Midweek Mirth While We Inch Back to Normal (?)

Posted on June 3, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

One of the misconceptions about being a Christian is non-Christians think we don’t know how to have fun or have a sense of humor. Trust me, if the Big Guy can have a sense of humor when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Healing River

Posted on June 2, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I received an e-mail from a friend of mine the other day. I hadn’t heard from Mitch Teemley for awhile, although I do periodically check out his blog, The Power of Story. He offers stories with a message.  Or, as … Continue reading →

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Talk Is Cheap

Posted on June 1, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Our Words for the Week come from Dick Innes founder of Acts International, a website designed to help enrich and enhance the personal and relational life of visitors;  to help deal with the challenging issues and struggles almost everyone faces … Continue reading →

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Holy Spirit, Ever Dwelling

Posted on May 31, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

“Holy Spirit, ever dwelling, In the holiest realms of light; Holy Spirit, ever brooding, O’er a world of gloom and night; Holy Spirit, ever raising, Those of earth to thrones on high; Living, life-imparting Spirit, You we praise and magnify. … Continue reading →

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Prayer Room …

Posted on May 30, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

As we build this community prayer platform, we ask the Lord to listen to our petitions with full confidence they not only are heard but acted upon by God according to His holy will. These requests are on my prayer … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday – Born

Posted on May 29, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Another Friday. Another Five Minute Friday post. I don’t think I’ve ever told you how important these five minute writing exercises are to me {yeah, you’ve heard it all before … just about every week}. They are. I look forward … Continue reading →

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Freedom

Posted on May 28, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I really never felt captive during the virus outbreak. My plans were abruptly changed. Suddenly I found myself sequestered in place at my son’s house in Kentucky. Except for the occasional trip to the grocery store or pharmacy and a … Continue reading →

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Almost Normal Midweek Mirth

Posted on May 27, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

One of the misconceptions about being a Christian is non-Christians think we don’t know how to have fun or have a sense of humor. Trust me, if the Big Guy can have a sense of humor when it comes to … Continue reading →

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When Words Get in the Way

Posted on May 26, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I had planned to post a review today. I can’t. After plugging through the book, there just wasn’t much positive I could say. I realize how important reviews are, and I didn’t want to saddle the book with a low … Continue reading →

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Courage Is …

Posted on May 25, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Walk the Talk is a book by Eric Harvey and Steve Ventura, edited by Michelle Sedas. Walking the talk — and translating beliefs into behaviors — is the very essence of character and integrity for both individuals and organizations. I … Continue reading →

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