Tag: Christianity
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Embracing Role Models Across Ages
As I walked off the elevator at the elementary school where I work, I crossed paths with some fourth graders. One of them was singing the chorus of a hit song from the early 1980’s by Elton John: “ðķI’m still standing better than I ever did.ðķ” I snapped my fingers, as I walked to the…
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Shin Guards and the Armor of God
The waiting room at the doctor’s office was packed, and the receptionist confirmed that appointments were running an hour behind. Yet the room was quiet and no one seemed upset about the situation. I noticed this big blond-haired athletic looking guy sitting over by the water fountain. He looked a lot like Erling Haaland, the…
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Lessons from a Handbell Choir: Community and Unity
Everyone matters if anyone matters at all.
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Stages of Grace
A vase with two carnations sat on the restaurant table where we ate lunch after singing at a nursing home. As you can see, one flower was a fresh bright pink, but the other one was dried up and shriveled. Both appeared to be the same type of flower, yet at different places in their…
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Out of Service
The airport in Albany, New York has Shetland Sheep service dogs at the help desk! However, one early morning when we walked up, the two Shelties appeared to be “out of service.” But as their owner (just outside the photo) said their names, the dogs raised up their heads and briefly greeted us. Then, quick…
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Sticky Faith and Worn Shoes
Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58 (ESV) As I set up to share some music at a local nursing home, my shoes kept sticking to the floor. I looked down and clearly…
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