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Pray as You Go …

Posted on February 29, 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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Listen

Posted on February 25, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I am considering re-releasing My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through as an audiobook. The only problem is, I’m not a big fan of audiobooks. In fact, until last weekend, I had never listened to an … Continue reading →

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Transfiguration Transition

Posted on February 23, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Notes from the pulpit at Howland (ME) United Methodist Church … Almighty God, You have created the heavens and the earth and made us in Your own image. Teach us to discern Your hand in all Your works and Your … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Risk

Posted on February 21, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Welcome to Five Minute Friday. The task is to write for five minutes on a specific prompt word from your mind and heart. Then, post and encourage others who have braved the exercise by joining the community and linking up … Continue reading →

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On the Road of Life

Posted on February 16, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Here are my thoughts from today on the slanty side of the pulpit at Howland (ME) United Methodist Church Lord, open our lips and our mouth will proclaim Your praise. Blessed are You, Creator of all, to You be praise … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Experience

Posted on February 14, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

It’s time to take five minutes on a specific word prompt and see what comes out: not a perfect post, not a profound post, just five minutes of focused writing. Yes, it’s Five Minute Friday time. The format is simple. … Continue reading →

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Hearts and Flowers

Posted on February 13, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I consider myself a romantic. But there is one holiday I absolutely detest {I would say hate, but that’s a realllly strong word}. You got it. Valentine’s Day. Since I was a wee lad, I endured the trials and tribulations … Continue reading →

Posted in life & love, Uncategorized | Tagged attention, attitude, Blink of an Eye, candy, celebration, DPchallenge, family, flowers, growing up, hearts, holidays, humor, joy, Karen, Laughter, life, love, marriage, Memories, observations, presence, relationships, stories, Valentine's Day | 8 Comments

Man of the Month

Posted on February 11, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Put it on your calendar to visit Amazon tomorrow (Feb. 12). Check out Man of the Month, the latest offering from author Patricia M. Robertson. You won’t be disappointed. This Christian-based romantic comedy is part of Robertson’s Dancing on a … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Talent

Posted on February 7, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

We’re back for another installment of free write known as Five Minute Friday. I hope you make it a habit to follow — and join us. It’s really a fun way to see how your mind reacts to a one … Continue reading →

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What Happened to the Dinosaurs?

Posted on February 6, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

The short answer is, “I don’t know …” Slightly expanded, the sentence is, “… and it’s not one of the questions I’ll bring to the pearly gates.” BUT, my seven year old grandson would not only have an answer, but … Continue reading →

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