Category Archives: devotional

Christmas Day Is About Celebrating Hope!

Posted on December 17, 2011 by

Christmas Day is fast coming and you’d think my blog would be filled with Christmas related stories.  So far, I managed to write two Christmas related story, this month.  It’s not like that day isn’t special or I don’t have reasons … Continue reading →

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Tim Tebow, A True Student of St. Francis?

Posted on December 12, 2011 by

This morning, I came across an article on Fox News web site. It’s called “ Denver’s Religious Communities Rally Around Tim Tebow As He Pulls Off Another ‘Miracle’ Win.”  I found it enjoyable to see Christians, Muslims and Jews openly … Continue reading →

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Your Voice Matters!

Posted on December 11, 2011 by

Would they accept me, at the Justice House of Prayer?  A couple of years ago, I was considered joining J-HOP, in Washington D.C.  I thought it, a great way to combine two passions of mine: politics and prayer. Yet, I … Continue reading →

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Who Are You Listening To?

Posted on December 8, 2011 by

Ever had to make an important decision and needed wise counsel? I know that I have needed it and went looking for it.  It is wise to take care of who you’re listening to and what is being said.  Here … Continue reading →

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My Thoughts On Richard Cory

Posted on December 7, 2011 by

In 1897, Edwin Robinson wrote a poem called “Richard Cory”.  It would later become better known as the Ballad of Richard Cory sung by Simon and Garfunkel.  As I read the original poem and read some of the commentaries, I … Continue reading →

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Are We Forgetting The Reason For Christmas?

Posted on December 5, 2011 by

I am sitting here and considering what to write.  It is in my heart to write something about the birth of Jesus and why He came. Why not? Is not the celebration on December 25th called Christmas Day? Is not … Continue reading →

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I Am Just The Donkey

Posted on December 4, 2011 by

My friend, Richard once told me of a fascinating comment by Randy Clark.  It was made during a healing conference in Taiwan.  “I am just the donkey!” says Randy.  He was speaking to a group of Christians, who were preparing … Continue reading →

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Getting To Know

Posted on December 2, 2011 by

I have a friend who is a very talented cook. However, cooking is not who Brett is.  It is only what he enjoys doing.  What is he? Brett is a pastor a church in Beachwood, Shore Vineyard.  Yet, Brett would … Continue reading →

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Message Of The Cross And The Crucifix

Posted on November 30, 2011 by

A couple of years ago, my mother gave a small metal crucifix.  She got it, when Anthony passed away back in ’93.  As I recall, it came with Anthony’s coffin and she wanted to keep it.  Years later, my mother … Continue reading →

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Where Is Your Hope?

Posted on November 29, 2011 by

Yesterday, I received news of a man suffering from cancer.  The doctors are not giving John, much hope.  In their opinion, John has about six months.  Thankfully, John and many of his friends know of a certain specialist.  Yes, I … Continue reading →

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