A Flourishing Life
What happened to Respect? That is the question that has been mulling around in my mind since the beginning of the year. My contemplation on respect is spurred on by the appalling behavior I see in high government officials and campaign ads. As I ponder that question, I also think of the lack of respect we see across our nation:…
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If the Minnesota Vikings haven’t made it to the Super Bowl (which hasn’t happened since I was a teenager), or one of the other Central Division teams are playing, I usually don’t bother watching the game. EXCEPT. I love the national anthem, the jets flying over the stadium, and the last quarter – if it’s a close game. This year…
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What if one year from now you could look back and realize that the active verbs in Paul’s prayer for you in Ephesians 3:16-19 had come true in your life? I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I…
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For those who want their words to make a difference. So with everyone in Israel gathered and listening, Moses taught them the words of this song, from start to finish. Listen, Heavens, I have something to tell you. Attention, Earth, I’ve got a mouth full of words. My teaching, let it fall like a gentle rain, my words arrive like…
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There is a keystone habit that will dramatically impact your life according to a recent study by the Center for Bible Engagement. Reading your Bible four times per week will improve your life in at least 8 ways. 40,000 people were polled from the general population of the United States, ages 8 to 80. The results are significant. If you…
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“A year from now you’re going to weigh more or less than what you do right now.” Phil McGraw Every January, millions of people begin their year with New Year’s resolutions. Are you one of them? The New Year marks a time for reordering our priorities and making personal improvement. Losing weight, getting organized, consistent exercise, eating healthier, sticking to…
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