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I'm passionate about helping people realize that God wants to make something new of them and bring about a permanent transformation in their lives: body, mind, and spirit.

The Iron Lady

Posted on 04/24/2012

Last night I had a bit of an ironic experience.  I was talking with some friends about the sadness of Alzheimer’s disease and the toll it takes on families.  Very sad, difficult, and painful. Then, before I went to bed, … Continue reading →

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Pausing

Posted on 04/18/2012

“Within you there is a stillness and sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.” Herman Hess, Siddhartha A few days ago, I woke up in the middle of the night thinking about someone.  Generally when … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Listening

Posted on 04/16/2012

As you may recall, I’m in the midst of my first semester of doctoral studies. To say that I’m a bit overwhelmed would be an understatement, but at the same time I’m having fun and learning a lot. One course … Continue reading →

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Time To Get Moving

Posted on 04/10/2012

I don’t know how it is where you live, but around my area,  the beautiful weather is calling.  Get outside, and get moving. I like to get my exercise outside, rather than in the gym.  Walking/Jogging are my two favorite, … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter

Posted on 04/08/2012

“Why do you seek the living among the dead?  He is not here, but has risen.  Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee, that the Son of man must be delivered into the hands of sinful … Continue reading →

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Good Friday

Posted on 04/06/2012

“But he was wounded for our transgressions, crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the punishment that made us whole, and by his wounds we were healed.”           Isaiah 53:5 It is hard to believe another … Continue reading →

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Balancing Life

Posted on 04/02/2012

Yesterday marked the beginning of Holy Week, a time when Christians spiritually prepare themselves for Easter.  I hope and pray that these days might be a time of reflection and inspiration for you. Recently, I was at a men’s conference, … Continue reading →

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Seeking Peace

Posted on 03/27/2012

When was the last time you went away for some time of prayer and reflection? For most people, the answer might be never.  That’s sad, because we all need some time to decompress from the stresses of life.  We all know … Continue reading →

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Left To Tell

Posted on 03/21/2012

One of the people in a faith formation program I’m leading at church recently asked me if I had ever heard of the book Left To Tell  written by a Rwandan woman named Immaculee Ilibagiza. When I told her I had never … Continue reading →

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Leek and Potato Soup

Posted on 03/17/2012

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!  I took my first overseas trip when I was eleven.  My mom and I traveled to Ireland with a friend of hers.  It was an adventure in many ways, and that trip got me hooked on … Continue reading →

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