One of my passions is living a Christian lifestyle that is unique and distinct. In this time of “tolerance” – the mindset that each person’s beliefs, values, lifestyles, and truth claims are equal - it is becoming more and more difficult to make a difference in the lives of those around us that don’t know Jesus. Here’s an example: (more…)
February 2008
February 28, 2008
Distinct Faith – What is that?
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February 24, 2008
Free…Free…Freecycle
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Okay, so I’m not interested in becoming a regular advertiser of sites, but I have found the BEST site and I just have to tell you about it. (more…)
February 18, 2008
Recipe Exchange!
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All right, all you ladies who read my post…it’s time to dish (literally). I want to share some recipes that are my current favorites, and I would love to hear in exchange some of your regular staples in your households. Post your recipes in a comment so everyone who comes to the site can see what you’re cooking, and can give it a whirl in their kitchen if they so desire. (more…)
February 17, 2008
Quotable Quotes
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I’m a quote person. Sometimes they say what I think, so concisely. Here’s some of my favorite: (more…)
February 13, 2008
Kids say…
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I remember my older daughter being quite the character when she was two years old. I would say that she is still a character in her own right (read my post Kids…Oy). But my two year old says some really funny things. I’ve started writing them down just because she can be so funny. So here’s some of the most recent: (more…)
February 12, 2008
Getting Organized…AAAHHH!
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Okay, so I have had a lot of people ask me how in the world I manage my household, teach, and travel full-time without pulling my hair out on a regular basis. So I thought I’d take a left turn and pass along some of the things I regularly do to maintain some semblance of order and peace in my house. I am, by no means, a guru. Just one who HAS to be organized. (more…)
February 7, 2008
Wandering Minds
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I’ve had some interactions with a couple individuals this week that have caused me to run to God in despair and worry. The enemy has been distracting God’s children from their Christian walk. (more…)
February 4, 2008
Let the Children Come to Me
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I traveled this weekend to Massachusettes with my children’s ministry team, Studio Z. We did 3 services in 24 hours…exhausting! And yet, it was so incredibly exhilirating. (more…)


