Apr 08
We have returned to wartime eras where the evening news offers grim death counts. The coronavirus pandemic has brought death to the forefront of our nations conscious. The virus has halted our nation because of its power to cause death; it is not the fever or cough that frightens us–it is the possibility of death! …
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Nov 18
The holidays are approaching. For the dominant culture it is welcomed and anticipated as the “most wonderful time of the year.” Yet, for many it is a time they have been dreading. The calendar is marked off not with anticipation, but with anxiety and fear. They wonder how they will get through the holidays. If …
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Jun 05
It started last Wednesday afternoon, when Amanda received a text that her 45 year old aunt, Cindy Green, was put into ICU. She had only been diagnosed with cancer less than 5 weeks before. Now they were saying she may not live through a test that was necessary. Amanda, and her sister Ashley, headed …
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Dec 20
[*Disclaimer – I am not a professional counselor, I am a minister and father sharing my thoughts.] Death has been at every turn this December, via our ministry, the national news, and within our family. Parents of young children often ask me how they should handle death as it concerns their children. For example, when they …
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Dec 09
This has been a tough week for the church Mayfield and our area community. We lost a sweet 17 year old Christian lady in a terrible automobile accident. She came from a strong Christian family who has deep roots in the church. Our young people have been devastated by this event. This week ended with …
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