Tag: Christianity
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There’s Little Surprise for the Wise
Teachers often put motivational messages on their classroom walls. They do this to remind, both themselves and their students, what matters most. One of my favorites contains only five words: “On Purpose for a Purpose.” In a schoolroom, it’s procedures that make-or-break instruction and learning. Successful teachers have a plan for almost everything, especially in…
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“Butt-in-ski:” encounters with an automated mopper
Anybody else like to shop at big box stores with concrete floors? Lately, there has been a ripple, however. An automated floor mopping machine has become the bane of my shopping club existence. It inevitably comes down my aisle, as I peacefully shop–beeping and chirping and spinning its flashing light. At least the contraption stops…
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God With Us
It was the final choir rehearsal of the year, in preparation for my church’s Christmas Eve candlelight service. As is our custom, the group met at our director’s home for a pot-luck dinner, followed by rehearsal. It was challenging to hear in the reconfigured living room—with all the background noise. As our leader gave instructions,…
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Up the Hill: A Matter of Perspective
Here’s a picture of a hill, behind the elementary school where I work. Two weeks ago, our fourth and fifth grade run club ran up this little rise three times. All in the course of a 1.5 mile route. Before we started, I showed the group the side view above. Looks doable.😀 Here’s a look…
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Streaming
Something was swirling and twirling above the bed of the pick-up truck in front of us—trailing out over the interstate in a multi-colored ribbon. “What is that?” I asked my wife. It was leaves. As we passed the truck, I saw them–piled up high behind the cab. “It’s an old-fashioned cordless leaf blower!” I chuckled.…
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Paws & Reflect (5): A Surprising Question
The adventures of a dog who followed Jesus.
Davids Daily Dose 