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John’s Decrease … And Our Own – An Advent Mashup for Pastors

Twenty years ago I published my first article. My mentor had a relationship with a magazine editor in charge of one of our denominational periodicals. Rick suggested to Richard that he should invite me to write a couple of articles. What to write? Then, as today, any hint of … Continue reading

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Friday Photo – Five Generations and Walking Together

You never know how often you will get to snap one of these. Five generations at Thanksgiving. Paul, likely the best photographer among our would-be-band-of-amateurs,  took this shot. From just over three months to 95 we like to get one of these each time we are together. Cohen turned … Continue reading

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Friday Photo – Intent, Smile

What do they think as they look around and discover new things each day? How about those eyes?  Locked in. Taking it all in. Yes, that’s Grammy’s trademark “skulls” hat that made up part of his “pirate” outfit.

We celebrated Thanksgiving yesterday. And, yes, we are thankful for the … Continue reading

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I Did Not Go to the Prom – Or, In Defense of J.D. Greear

(Sometimes writing is “risk-taking.” Pastors writing on sensitive subjects on the interwebs may have dire consequences when words fail to stir healthy conversation. I write this post on my website. I am expressing my convictions not those of my church. The church I pastor is comprised of people who Continue reading

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They Are Gold(en) – Happy 50th Mom and Dad

My pastor growing up, Bro. Justice, once remarked to my brother Paul and I, “You have a great heritage.” He knew my grandparents – paternal and maternal. He also knew my parents. He was right then, and though he is now gone, he is right today.

Fifty years ago … Continue reading

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