Protecting a Pure Heart

We are enjoying our last day in Glenwood Springs, hanging out at that hot springs pool. This evening we return to the “Italian Underground” one of our favorite restaurants. BIBLE VERSE FOR TODAY… “Now the goal of our instruction is love that comes from a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith. Some have(…)

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Good Wife, Good Life

This morning my brother Don, from California joined us for breakfast in Glenwood Springs. He was traveling to Denver to spend some time with my mom and his daughter and we are pleased it worked out for us to connect. He was my best man in our wedding 40 years ago, so it was fitting(…)

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The Prayers of Nehemiah

This morning Debbie and I left early for Glenwood Springs. It has been several years since we have been here, but this time we are reflecting on our trip here as newlyweds forty years ago! BIBLE VERSE FOR TODAY…  “….Please, Lord, let Your ear be attentive to the prayer of Your servant and to that(…)

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While the Pastor is Gone…

BIBLE VERSE FOR TODAY…. “While all this was happening, I was not in Jerusalem, because I had returned to King Artaxerxes of Babylon in the thirty-second year of his reign. It was only later that I asked the king for a leave of absence so I could return to Jerusalem. Then I discovered the evil that(…)

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The Fruit of Spiritual Investment

BIBLE VERSE FOR TODAY…  “For who is our hope or joy or crown of boasting in the presence of our Lord Jesus at His coming? Is it not you? For you are our glory and joy!” 1 Thessalonians 2:19,20 HCSB Paul realized that the most important aspect of his life was not just “self-preservation” or success;(…)

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Facing Discouragement and Intimidation

This has been a “tired” kind of day for me. But I still enjoyed getting out to the monthly professional for seniors meeting and running a few errands, and getting some work done in my office. The predominate plant in our garden is a good crop of strawberries. They are left over from Debbie’s mom(…)

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