Posted on April 30, 2008 by tree63fan
This blog is not a slam on organized religion although I do mention a few segments to make a point. I do hope it encourages constructive thoughts.
Throughout chapter 17 in the book of John, Jesus makes it clear he desires his followers to be “one”. He wants us to be united. This is a common [...]
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Posted on April 29, 2008 by tree63fan
Well, things have been a bit messy around the house since we had some carpet replaced, so I’m late doing this blog. To top it off, it appears we may need to have the carpet replaced since it isn’t quite right. Word to the wise, if you get new carpet, be sure that style of carpet [...]
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Posted on April 29, 2008 by tree63fan
Ever heard someone say, “You are too skinny” or “You are too vocal”, or “You are too smart” ? Do you know why these comments are raised in most instances?
Here’s my take, and it comes from Jesus and the book of John that I’ve been plowing through of late. One verse in particular caught my [...]
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Posted on April 26, 2008 by tree63fan
Who do we listen to? Are we tough enough to do what it takes? Well, it seems that I missed a point of discussion in Tough Truth yesterday. Here it is:
I failed to note how John so clearly put it in this verse from my reading today, “for they loved praise from men more than [...]
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Posted on April 25, 2008 by tree63fan
You have a good job and life. You are able to buy just about anything you want. Next year you need more, maybe. Your job is unsatisfying so you look for a new job to define yourself and support the family with honor. Are these things bad? Could they be the wrong ideas? I’m still [...]
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Posted on April 23, 2008 by tree63fan
An earthquake, a storm, an illness healed, your life changed, your lawn grass not growing ANYMORE, a miracle? What would it take for you to believe a miracle occurred? Ever think about that? Some of us know, some of us have had some pretty miraculous events occur in our lives. What would it take to [...]
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Posted on April 21, 2008 by tree63fan
Well, somehow I’ve had another good week. I think I’m finally starting to get a grip on how to deal with the mentality of a 4 year old that is probably smarter than me. Ha! Next week I’ll probably tell you I’m going insane. :)
My wife and I had a fun evening out Saturday, caught [...]
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Posted on April 20, 2008 by tree63fan
Two things to dig into that may seem too simple…. SIN & DEATH
I’ll start with DEATH. Have you ever heard someone say that they are confused why some tragedy would happen to such a good person? (i.e. loss of a child, cancer, stroke, etc) No, I’m not going to explain how we are all “not good” [...]
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