Jan 07
A few weeks ago, I was visiting some close friends and church members in the emergency room. The brother had symptoms connected with heart problems, following a recent surgery. An ambulance was called and they were receiving care. The ER doctor wanted them to see a cardiologist. The nurse was telling us about the cardiologist …
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Jan 04
The young, wild pony would have nothing to do with his new owners. He was a danger to the kids and anyone in his area. He was afraid of all humans and refused to cooperate with their plans. After much work and maneuvering the family finally got him into a barn stall. This is when …
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Dec 07
I am not a New England Patriots fan. I have always cheered against them in the big games. But I must admit they have been extremely successful. While Belichick has his flaws and detractors, I really appreciated the attitude behind this answer yesterday (12-6-17). Question from reporter: “With all you have accomplished in your coaching …
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Dec 05
A Mastercard survey found that 80% of shoppers say “slow walkers” is their biggest annoyance while shopping. In response to this annoyance, one large mall in the UK released a “fast lane” which is a strip marked on the floor of the mall for fast walkers.¹ The survey also showed that the average walking speed …
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Nov 15
Thanksgiving is a time when we count our blessings. While it is easy to number certain blessings, we often may need to look a little deeper. Sometimes the work and frustrations of life keep us from seeing the blessings that come because of that work. Proverbs 14:4 says, “Where there are no oxen, the manger …
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Nov 09
One day Jesus was walking by the pool of Bethesda, which was surrounded by various invalids. He met one man who had not been able to walk for 38 years. When Jesus saw him there by the pool, which was believed to have miraculous powers if you could be the first to get in the …
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Nov 05
Zaccheus, a man small in stature, knew the Lord was passing by him this day in Jericho. But he was small in stature and could not see him because of the bustling crowd. So he famously climbed up in a Sycamore tree, and the Lord noticed him and chose to dine at his home (Luke …
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Oct 25
It is Halloween time! Halloween is the time when we put on costumes and pretend to be something we are not. Kids enjoy this holiday and many adults still dress up. While it is fun to put on a costume and pretend, do we put on masks throughout the rest of the year spiritually and …
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Oct 19
When we are motivated we can accomplish a tremendous amount. The old saying is true, “When there is a why, there is a way.” I have seen it many times in my ministry. Someone has a strong reason for getting their life in order; it may be to save their marriage, or avoid trouble with …
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Oct 18
Today, Wednesday, October 18th is Seven Oak’s day of prayer and fasting. We have done this several times over my 14 years with this congregation. It was first started when we were involved in a new building project.back in 2005. We did it every year for a number of years. Then we stopped it for …
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