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The Tradition of Remembering
by Charleen Burghardt They remembered that God was their Rock, that God Most High was their Redeemer (Psalm 78:35 NIV). Christmas abounds with meaningful and fun traditions interwoven into the fabric of every household. These traditions offer predictable rituals, like putting up a Christmas tree or attending a choir cantata. During my childhood, there was a unique… Continue reading The Tradition of Remembering
All I want for Christmas is a Water Buffalo
Giving a gift that lasts
A Prayer to Surround You
surrounded by God’s love
An Unexpected Gift of Gratitude
gratitude Makes a Difference
Finding Strength in Despair
do you need strength?
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I, your God,
have a firm grip on you and I’m not letting go
God Recycles
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Do Our Tears Matter?
Tears have physical benefits and can be a way to grieve.
Youth Group? You’ve Got to be Kidding
by Charleen Burghardt I will never forget a warm evening with the moon barely visible in the sky when we walked into an 1893 wooden dance hall. A flickering neon Coors beer sign greeted us as we entered. We noticed only one guitarist and one vocalist occupying a stage surrounded by small twinkling lights. As… Continue reading Youth Group? You’ve Got to be Kidding