“Life is short, and we only live once. So how to live life to the fullest and actually live the life you want?, asked communications expert and life coach Anna Chui, “Here are 9 ways you can try,” she suggested. Continue reading
Word of the Week: Fullness
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Sunday Seed Thoughts: God Cares.
Today is “National I Care About You Day, according to the calendar of unusual and little known holidays.
Appropriately this day falls on a Sunday this year. And we’re reminded we gather to worship our God who cares.
The Old Testament prophet affirms “The Lord of hosts cares for his flock (Zech 10:3). And the New Testament encourages us to “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you” (I Pet. 5:7). Continue reading
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Weekly Recap: October 18-23
Good morning from the magnificent Smoky Mountains.
Norma Jean and I are enjoying one of our favorite places as we behold God’s creative genius and see the Fall foliage change daily with its splendorous colors.
Attached are the titles and links to this week’s blog posts. In case you’ve missed any, it’s an easy way to catch up. Plus a good opportunity to share a sample of ThePreachersWord with others. Also, there’s an additional bonus post. Continue reading
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Friday’s List To Live By #14
Today’s list is a reminder of who God is and how He helps us as we live in a faithless and godless generation.
It is condensed and adapted from “God Encounter: Experiencing the Power of Creative Prayer,” by best selling author, Lisa Tawn Bergren.
If you’re new to ThePreachersWord or have missed some of the previous 13 lists, click here.
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Pressure and the Pandemic
Yesterday The Today show featured a segment on the problem of pressure during the Coronavirus pandemic. It released the results of research by Mental Health America (MHA) and the American Psychological Association (APA) on the mental health of Americans during this crisis.
- 78% of adults said COVID-19 is a significant source of stress in their life.
- 2/3 said they were experiencing increased stress during the pandemic.
- Generation Z (born between 1997 and 2012) are more likely to feel lonely.
- More than 50% of kids 11-17 admitted they had thought of committing suicide.
- The number of people looking for help with anxiety and depression during the pandemic has skyrocketed.
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A Passage To Ponder: Psalm 147
Jeff Strite tells the story about a farmer in a country restaurant who bowed his head in prayer before eating his breakfast.
Two young fellas at the next table thought it was odd and quietly made fun of him as he prayed. When the farmer finished his prayer, they chided: “Hey old man, does everybody out on the farm pray over their meals?” Continue reading
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9 Reasons Why I Write
Today is the “National Day on Writing,” according to the calendar of unusual and little known national holidays.
Their web site says, “This day is actually an initiative of the National Council of Teachers of English — built on the premise that writing is critical to literacy but needs greater attention and celebration.”
Writers are encouraged today to share their reasons for writing around the theme of #WhyIWrite. Apparently, this title is taken from George Orwell’s 1946 essay, “Why I Write.” Continue reading
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Word of the Week: Citizenship
We are two weeks away from a Presidential election in the United States where every citizen has the right to vote for their candidate. It’s often said that voting is essential to being a good citizen.
In fact, the official guide to naturalization states “Citizens have a responsibility to participate in the political process by registering and voting in elections.”
Maybe more than ever before, the citizenry of our great nation is politically polarized. Each party is appealing to voters to cast a ballot for their candidate as the one who will either make America great again or restore the soul of America. In some circles, it’s implied, if not stated, that to be a responsible citizen you must vote for a specific candidate. Continue reading
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Sunday Seed Thoughts: Seeing God Through Sad Eyes
Today, I’m worshiping with and preaching for the brethren in Cosby, Tennessee. We were here back in March when COVID-19 ramped up and they had to suspend their services, like so many other churches around the country.
So much has happened in the past 7 months that it seems almost surreal.
-Almost 8 million Americans have contracted COVID-19 and more than 39 million worldwide.
-Over 216,000 have died in the US, and more than 1.1 million people worldwide. Continue reading
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Weekly Recap: October 11-16
Good morning from the Commonwealth,
After three consecutive Gospel Meetings and a pleasant and profitable week with the University Heights Church in Lexington, KY, we’re leaving today for a couple weeks in the Smoky Mountains.
We’re looking forward to relaxing, enjoying the beauty of God’s creation, and seeing the Fall foliage. Also, we will be preaching both Sundays at the Cosby Church of Christ. If you’re visiting the Smokies, come and see us. Continue reading
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