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Gratitudinal Adjustment
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/05/22/gratitudinal-adjustment...
Published: May 23, 2013 1:06am
Gratitudinal Adjustment “We never know the worth of water till the well is dry.” ~Thomas Fuller, English churchman and historian (1608-1661) Howard was curled up in a near-fetal position. The tiny space made simple movement nearly impossible. His arm
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BFF
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/05/04/bff/
Published: May 4, 2013 11:17pm
BFF “It is much more valuable to look for the strength in others. You can gain nothing by criticizing their imperfections.”  ~Daisaku Ikeda, president of Sōka Gakkai International, a Nichiren Buddhist lay association (b 1928) The Marine Gunnery Serge
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Whose Right?
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/04/11/whose-right/
Published: April 12, 2013 3:49am
Whose Right? “‎ ~ John Wooden, American basketball player and coach (1910-2010) “I saw it first!” Joel pointed as he spoke to punctuate his statement. “First come, first served, that’s the rule, Daddy-o.” “Whose rule?” Stan responded flatly. “Last I
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Turn It Over!
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/03/24/turn-it-over/
Published: March 24, 2013 3:10pm
Turn It Over! “All of you will have your faith shaken…” ~Mark 14:27 During the last 24 hours of his physical life on earth, Jesus had many encounters with many different people. We will also meet a lot of people … Continue reading →
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Certain Doubt
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/03/19/certain-doubt/
Published: March 20, 2013 3:50am
Certain Doubt “You can only apprehend the Infinite by a faculty that is superior to reason.” ~ Plotinus, Major philosopher of the ancient world (204/50-270 CE) “That just can’t be true!” Elias rocked back in his seat and folded his …
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Gifted and Called
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/03/15/gifted-and-called/
Published: March 15, 2013 1:53pm
Gifted and Called The human contribution is the essential ingredient. It is only in the giving of oneself to others that we truly live. ~ Ethel Percy Andrus, long-time educator and the first woman high school principal in California (1884-1967) Broth
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The H Word
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/03/03/the-h-word/
Published: March 4, 2013 2:21am
The H Word “How can I clearly see what’s wrong with someone else, and then look at myself as though I’m standing in front of a fogged mirror?” ~Jerod Kintz, American author and blogger. A child-sized riot had broken out … Continue reading ͛
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Something’s Fishy
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/02/18/somethings-fishy/
Published: February 18, 2013 11:11pm
Something’s Fishy “I like your Christ, I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ.” ~Mahatma Gandhi, preeminent leader of Indian nationalism through non-violent civil disobedience (1869-1948) Hosea slammed on the b
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Workaholism
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/02/02/workaholism/
Published: February 3, 2013 1:16am
Workaholism “Work is the refuge of people who have nothing better to do.” ~Oscar Wilde, Irish poet, novelist, dramatist and critic (1854-1900) Aaron sat at his desk, staring at the pile of work that lay before him. He was only … Continue readin
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Control Freaks
http://90secondstewardship.com/2013/01/18/control-freaks/
Published: January 19, 2013 3:11am
Control Freaks “Sometimes, there is a lot of darkness in this world. As I see it, you have two choices. You can be a part of that darkness or you can be the light. Be the light.” ~Tom Giaquinto, American … Continue reading →
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Stewardship Sighting - Denise



The other day, a parishioner named Denise came into my office and donated a large financial sum to our food bank. She said that she just wanted to give back to God a part of what He’s blessed her with. She hoped that maybe the money could be used to help give a few meals to someone in need. She praised God from her heart and gave as much as ...

The Love of Marriage



I’ve become friends with a couple that live at the Senior’s Complex next door to the church. Just about every afternoon, I see them strolling across the parking lot, arm in arm, him tenderly leading her over to say prayers. They often stop by my office to say hi and I’ve gotten to know them fairly well. It’s absolutely been ...

A Simple Relationship



 An Evangelical friend asked me last week if I was “born again”. I’m familiar with John 3:3 and the story of Nicodemus, but I knew that my friend wasn’t talking directly about that. Instead he was asking if I was “saved” through a personal relationship with Jesus. I explained to him that I have Jesus through...

Near Miss



 I was nearly in an accident on my way here this morning. I was driving along, minding my own business, when the car on my right suddenly jetted in front of me and into the left turn lane. I slammed on my brakes as he just barely missed hitting me. The car behind me slammed on his brakes; he just barely missed hitting me. Brake smoke, ...