Over the last three weeks, I have had the opportunity to learn three valuable lessons from three great teachers at Ada bible church. Once again, these are not new things but timely reminders of how we as Christians should be developing our character as we seek a stronger more vibrant walk with God. The first [...]
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Completing The Story
October 19th, 2011
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Well, it took us 31 weeks (of actual study – was longer with breaks etc) but we made it through Zondervan’s The Story. I have to admit, I went into the study last year expecting not to get much out of it, but boy was I surprised.
Lessons From A Snow Blower
February 21st, 2011
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One thing I do a lot of is look for things that God is teaching me in my everyday world. The last few weeks God has taught me a lot by using my snow blower. About two and a half weeks ago, we had a winter storm that was larger than the ones we usually [...]
Good Man Has Gone Home
February 8th, 2011
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This morning at 10:05am a dear man of God left our temporary earthly home for a better place. Elton Piersma, my wife’s grandfather, lived a life committed to following what God called him to do. I personally have always admired Grandpa’s respect and honor for God and God’s Word. While my wife and I feel [...]
Becoming a better dad
May 11th, 2010
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One of the things I am really trying to do for my kids is to become a better dad. I know over the past couple years I have let them down in more ways then I wish to recall. But what I am trying to remember is what so many leaders have shared over the [...]
Zig Zigler
April 10th, 2010
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Real joy comes when you make a positive difference in other people’s lives, helping them achieve their goals and dreams. Zig Ziglar
