Have you ever received a gift that at the time seemed inconsequential, perhaps even childish, only later to realize the impact of what you’ve been given? To realize you’ve been given a gift of love?
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Tag: Advent
An Advent Reset
I had to call technical support for my phone last week. Since there have been some software updates, all of my devices weren’t “talking” to each other like they should. One of the first things
Read more‘Tis the Season
Indeed, ‘tis the season. For some, ‘tis the time for fun with decorating, baking, shopping. For others, ‘tis the time for having rehearsals, learning new songs, and making costumes. And for still others, ‘tis the
Read moreHow will you face 2025
One week ago today, we welcomed 2025. Whether you toasted the New Year with a lively party or ignored the hype and went to bed, New Year’s Day is a transitional day. We change our
Read moreDivine Interruption
Interruptions are a constant irritant for most of us. Our phones beep and buzz with notifications at all hours, and I battle the need to stay connected with the need to minimize distractions so I
Read moreWhat Christmas is all about
“I know what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown.” It seems that most Americans are familiar with the Christmas special A Charlie Brown Christmas. It debuted in 1965 and has aired annually since then. A
Read moreAdvent Day One from the Pirate Preacher
No one knows the day and hour of my second coming, except the Father. As the lightning comes from the east and shines as far as the west, so will be my second coming. Then
Read moreLike Clockwork
Just like clockwork, it happened. Again. Last weekend, Daylight Savings Time ended, we returned to Standard Time, and where I live, it’s getting dark at 6:00. And just like clockwork, people around me are complaining
Read moreAnticipation
Anticipation. Expectation. These are words we associate with the season of Advent. Four Sundays prior to Christmas, many of us pause, read scripture, light candles, and pray to prepare for our celebration of Christmas. For
Read moreKeeping Watch for Christ this Advent
Keep Watch For Christ December 7th of 2018 was hard. If there was ever a time I needed Christ with me, this was it. My dad fell while walking to his car after my children’s
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