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Refreshing And Rare: Hope For This Year

Posted onJanuary 12, 2026January 12, 2026

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Refreshing And Rare: Hope For This Year

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When you think of “refreshing and rare,” who comes to your mind? What character qualities define this person? I’m guessing they are courageous, personable, persevering. Further, I imagine they are kind and gentle, as well as strong and honest. Most of all, the person who comes to your mind probably lives with hope.

As you enter this next year, you need hope, too. The next 12 months provide opportunity to manage, enjoy, and problem-solve in your life. Thankfully, God provides refreshing and rare hope for every day.

Start This Year Well: 10 Points – Scripture Dissection

Posted onJanuary 5, 2026January 5, 2026

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Start This Year Well: 10 Points - Scripture Dissection

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Happy New Year! May it be a good one for you! Now, to set the tone, here’s a quote from C.S. Lewis – “There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind.” With this insightful observation, let’s explore 10 points to start this year well.

A Fresh New Start

Posted onDecember 29, 2025January 9, 2026

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A Fresh New Start

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This week, I get to say – HAPPY NEW YEAR – to you! Of course, it’s also an opportunity for a fresh new start. So, let’s look at some action points for a great start with strong traction this next year.

Pause At Christmastime – Advent #4

Posted onDecember 22, 2025December 22, 2025

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Pause At Christmastime - Advent #4

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I remember one Christmas years ago – I almost missed Christmas! That experience was a “wake-up call.” In my busy life, filling roles and carrying out responsibilities – all the Christmas preparations pulled me off track. I asked God to show me what happened and how to avoid it in the future. That’s when I learned how to pause at Christmastime.

And it works! Now, I use a “pause” all through the year.

Do you need to pause a bit more this Christmas?

Grieving At Christmastime – Advent #3

Posted onDecember 15, 2025December 15, 2025

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Grieving At Christmastime - Advent #3

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During a season filled with peace and joy, it’s painful to experience grieving at Christmastime. But that’s what many people do. They celebrate. Simultaneously, they grieve.

There are always losses in life. Sometimes, these losses almost consume the space meant to be filled with peace and joy. Strategically, there are ways to keep these spaces free for healthy processes – even at Christmastime.

Strong Hope #5 – Scripture Dissection

Posted onOctober 27, 2025January 8, 2026

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Strong Hope #5 - Scripture Dissection

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As I consider today’s material: “Strong Hope,” I’m reminded of a Bible passage in one of my quiet times. Interestingly, a thought struck me as I read that passage. Simply this.

If I were to make a list of all the struggles, issues, sorrows, and difficulties in my life so far –

– and if I were to put a column of dates next to them (similar to what I have in my Bible)

– then, if I were to record a verse or promise God gave me for that particular situation in a third column

– I would have an amazing record of God’s faithfulness in my neediness. In fact, I’d have enough material to publish a book about strong hope.

This is #5 in a series on hope.

Change Me, Lord! New Hope #4

Posted onOctober 20, 2025January 8, 2026

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Change Me, Lord! New Hope #4

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Have you ever desperately cried out “change me, Lord?” I have.

I vividly remember a time I said this many years ago. Challenges had piled up. Demands were high. Expectations even higher. I was pulled in too many directions. And I felt overwhelmed.

Pinhole Of Hope #2 – Scripture Dissection

Posted onOctober 6, 2025January 8, 2026

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Pinhole Of Hope #2 - Scripture Dissection

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Hope is so important, don’t you agree? Sometimes it seems hope just . . . disappears! Or – you can barely it see through a pinhole of hope. Regardless, just like –

Life-saving fluids enter your body through a “pinhole” of an IV needle.
The “pinhole” of a telescope, microscope, camera, or binoculars provides a refined, clearer view –

– so the “pinhole” of hope gives you a more realistic view of life. This is critical – especially during difficult seasons.

This is #2 in a series on hope. I’m excited about this series. I hope you will be, too.

Well-Thought, Well-Spoken, Well-Lived

Posted onSeptember 22, 2025January 8, 2026

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Well-Thought, Well-Spoken, Well-Lived

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I’m thinking of a specific person. Actually, a remarkable person. As I got to know and interact with them, I realized they are the perfect example of what we discuss today – well-thought, well-spoken, well-lived. Over time, I came to deeply respect this person because they represent a very well-lived life!

Who comes to your mind as you consider today’s content?

What Is The Highest Motive?

Posted onSeptember 8, 2025January 8, 2026

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What Is The Highest Motive?

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The highest motive is often identified when a person, family, community, or country is under duress. For instance, both world wars gave the global public – and nations – opportunities to choose motives that are honorable despite risks, sacrifices, and cost.

Incidentally, it’s helpful to know your personal highest motive. Additionally, to let it propel you into opportunities each day. Also, this gives you influence and purpose.

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Category: Decisions

Refreshing And Rare: Hope For This Year

Start This Year Well: 10 Points – Scripture Dissection

A Fresh New Start

Pause At Christmastime – Advent #4

Grieving At Christmastime – Advent #3

Strong Hope #5 – Scripture Dissection

Change Me, Lord! New Hope #4

Pinhole Of Hope #2 – Scripture Dissection

Well-Thought, Well-Spoken, Well-Lived

What Is The Highest Motive?

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