Category Archives: Ponderings

Salvation


It’s a simple solution to the world. How it came about is a difficult thing. Jesus, the Son of God, had to die. To die a most horrible death. The physical aspects are incomprehensible. Torn to shreds by a cat … Continue reading →

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The Origin of Easter


Originally posted on Overcoming The Times:
The Origins of Easter are rooted in European traditions. The name Easter comes from a pagan figure called Esatre (or Eostre) who was celebrated as the Goddess of Spring by the Saxons of Northern…

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OCD Leaves Me In A Flux


Lately it’s been sort of a “what to do” phase. Being pretty much organized with everything in its place and a place for everything it’s kind of difficult to do when you have other people in your house who have … Continue reading →

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Priorities


As the off-spring of a Preacher’s Kid (PK) I have that inside view of the family of religious upbringing. My mom was one of seven girls and two boys. One of the boys was killed in an accident before ten … Continue reading →

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Detractions


When I was much younger I tried to please everyone. I would bend over backwards to get people to like me. As I got older I realized that is not possible. For one thing, I have to tell you, I’m … Continue reading →

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An Example


I don’t normally write about blessing someone else. I’d rather share about the Father or something I see in the Word. But I make exception here only to show a principle in motion in real life from a different prospective. … Continue reading →

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Prayer


Although I’d like to dissect the Word of God more in this blog, I find that I can’t help but use this form of writing to project what is going on with me as well. It is the reason I … Continue reading →

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A Short Note


The thought below is an excerpt from a previous post of mine.  It was just on my mind today.  I was remembering what the Pastor said on Saturday evening during ordination.  The same thing that I said below from sometime … Continue reading →

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I Remember The Day


I remember the day When my wife would say How do you hear from God? That seems so odd. I said prayer is talking. Meditation is to listen Conversation starts forming It’s a two way street. Talk, then listen. He … Continue reading →

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It Is Finished!


John 19:30 When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost. Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance states: Christ satisfied God’s justice by dying for all to pay for the sins … Continue reading →

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