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Materialistic Poverty and Profound Joy, Lessons from an African Orphanage - Guest Author: Allie Davis

2. July 2009

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Materialistic Poverty and Profound Joy, Lessons from an African Orphanage - Guest Author: Allie Davis

I ONCE HAD A BOSS WHO WAS VERY ANGRY AND TYPED IN ALL CAPITAL LETTERS. It was annoying. Every email, all caps and no greetings: Just do this, do that, the end. I believe he is angry at life, and in thinking about it, I realize this is an extreme contradiction. If life is a gift and a blessing, if we could lose it at any moment, how can we be mad at it? Or perhaps we should ask why we would be.

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Blessed are the Peacemakers - Guest Author, Ken Behr

2. July 2009

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Blessed are the Peacemakers - Guest Author, Ken Behr

When as a church are we going to be defined by not what we are against, but simply as "Sons of God"? Perhaps, it will be when we seek to avoid hostility, and find opportunities to bring tranquility and sanity into what others see as a chaotic and intimidating world.

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A Question Twice The Size Of My Large Intestine - Guest Author - Chris A. Ames “www.Dewde.com”

17. June 2009

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A Question Twice The Size Of My Large Intestine - Guest Author - Chris A. Ames “www.Dewde.com”

Then he shot up unexpectedly, and raised one arm over his head before bringing it down swiftly, pounding his fist into the palm of his open hand while exclaiming loudly, through a triumphant, goofy-looking grin, “I KNEW IT!”

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Undivided Hearts - John Ingrisano

17. June 2009

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Undivided Hearts - John Ingrisano

Here's the point: Look up ... look out ... look around. No need to struggle or even try. Open your heart -- an undivided heart -- to the incredible blessings the Good Lord has placed before you this day. And as my sainted Italian grandmother would say: Enjoy! -- jri

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Peanut Has Something in His Hands - Korby Lenker

27. May 2009

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Peanut Has Something in His Hands - Korby Lenker

This morning when I woke up I could hear the wind blowing leaves off the tree outside my house. They made a loud clattering sound when they hit the concrete porch and then scraping noises like someone scouring a dirty skillet. “Man, I could listen to that all day” I said to no one. So I did [...]

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The Heart of a Parent - Lisa McIntosh

10. May 2009

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The Heart of a Parent - Lisa McIntosh

Having the gift of mercy, I often take on the emotions of what those around me are experiencing. This is great when there is joy, but tough when there is pain. Multiply that times a thousand when it is your child. I can almost know how she is feeling without talking to her.

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New Year’s Day and the great Snake - Korby Lenker

17. March 2009

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New Year’s Day and the great Snake - Korby Lenker

Let everyone else tell you their New Year’s resolutions. I’m telling you a story. Two days ago I woke up in the town I was raised: Twin Falls, Idaho. It was snowing. Great big complicated flakes that fell without noise or fuss. Wet snow. Good snow. It had been awhile so I decided to go for [...]

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In Living Color - Lisa McIntosh

17. March 2009

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In Living Color - Lisa McIntosh

I never really thought of myself as a visual learner until recently when our office transitioned to a paperless environment. I found myself often repeating the phrase, “Just show me.”

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The Weight - Guest Author, Lisa McIntosh

3. February 2009

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The Weight - Guest Author, Lisa McIntosh

At times I pick it up again, but He reminds me that it is not of Him and that it only weighs me down. I realize that I have been given much and in return I should give much. I hand it back to Him. Freedom comes again.

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TCC WORSHIP BAND - When Life Gets Broken - Review by DJ Rockin’ Ron

3. February 2009

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TCC WORSHIP BAND - When Life Gets Broken - Review by DJ Rockin’ Ron

Rockinron here! My newest cd review is the TCC Worship Band. A cd that I truly enjoy and one I want to recommend. TCC Worship Band is another great act from the place called indieheaven. I have played this cd a few times plus have already spotlighted Pastor Matt Hybarger who is [...]

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