Our Stories Unleashed

Invite Him In

Suggested Reading: Luke 19:1-10It’s December! This time of year, during the hustle and bustle of the season, we all usually find time to decorate our homes with festive decor. I know in our house, it’s a whole family event! We transform our homes, sometimes inside and out to reflect the change happening around us, that is, the celebration of the birth of our Savior, Jesus. It makes me think of the profound story of Zacchaeus, a story that intertwines the joy of the season with...

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Anticipating Arrival

I remember anticipating the birth of our first child. We did all we could to prepare ahead of time, reading about deliveries, attending classes, praying for God’s mercies, and readying our home. At some point, we simply had to wait for Stormy, as we had affectionately nicknamed our unborn child.Other parents we knew had their babies arrive early. We wondered if our baby may arrive early too, but Stormy had other plans that didn’t involve hurrying or punctuality.Stormy’s due...

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Stories Matter

Stories matter. The stories we tell can be visions that we cast for others of what their present or future circumstances hold for them.   The stories that always draw me in are ones that are filled with laughter, joy and life. The apostle Paul was a great one to help people see their current situation with a vision of present and future joy. The letter to the Philippians paints an amazing picture of an ability to find life and light.  The beginning of his letter sets the...

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