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Whatever is Lovely

Whatever is Lovely

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever

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The Gift of Light

The Gift of Light

For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine. Isaiah 9:2 This past Friday, we

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Making the Case for Joy

Making the Case for Joy

Living with joy is a choice, and the truth is that some days are harder than others for me. But what helps me in my journey to live a joy-filled life, is the knowledge that this joy is not meant for me alone. Joy is meant to be shared.

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Some Thoughts on Joy

Some Thoughts on Joy

Joy is the simplest form of gratitude. Karl Barth I have always loved this quote because it totally speaks to

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Gather Ye Rosebuds

Gather Ye Rosebuds

Gather ye rosebuds while ye may, Old Time is still a-flying; And this same flower that smiles today Tomorrow will

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The Discipline of Gratitude

The Discipline of Gratitude

The discipline of gratitude is the explicit effort to acknowledge that all I am and have is given to me

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