Category Archives: Christian Devotions

Mid-Week Blessing

A wee prayer to help us over the hump… Continue reading

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Good Tools in Good Shape

Trying to live a good, spiritual life while relying on the habits of the world can be a bit like trying to build a dining table using a pick axe. Continue reading

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Old Trucks, Overspray and Theology

Fixing some of our mistakes takes more effort than others. Fixing some of them requires a miracle. In between, there’s plain ole hard work! Continue reading

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The Valley of Dry Bones

Hope and faith, combined with patience, allows us to see the awesome power of God if we will wait upon him… and have the strength to stand still. Continue reading

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Path of Destruction

Regardless of the source of the threat, whether it’s stinking termites or stinking thinking, it takes dramatic action to repair and protect. Continue reading

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Shared Beauty

Impressive, spectacular, beautiful: cannas lilies and people who reflect Christ in their lives. Continue reading

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Praying in the Shade

Ever notice how a bit of judicious taking it easy can really help with having to work hard? Continue reading

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Summer Eatin’

Our own tiny garden, some friends who like to share, and some old-fashioned cooking makes for some mighty fine daily bread… Continue reading

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Angel on a Summer Day

A work break on a sweltering afternoon turned into one of the most wonderful little stories I’ve ever heard. Thanks, Todd Ray! Continue reading

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Wichita Summer

In the oppressive heat of summer, we seek the blessings of rain and relief. God answers. Continue reading

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