Category Archives: Be Prepared

Become a Fighter

Posted on February 25, 2023 by pastorpstephens

This week I have been preparing for a memorial service for a friend. My friend and I often talked about the joy he experienced during his youth while training as a boxer. My friend was a fighter and like anyone … Continue reading →

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Preparing for the Day

Posted on December 15, 2018 by pastorpstephens

We have had some cold weather the last couple of weeks and I really don’t care for it.  I am ready for the weather to change.  I was totally caught by surprise the other day and left for the office … Continue reading →

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How and Where are You Building

Posted on October 19, 2018 by pastorpstephens

We have had a lot of flooding this week and the news is full of pictures of people who have lost their homes and their belongings to storms and rising water.  It is a great opportunity for us to respond … Continue reading →

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It Will Be a Great Place!

Posted on June 8, 2018 by pastorpstephens

Before long we will be going on our family vacation.  I can hardly wait!  We will be going to the Emerald Cost in Florida; a place we have never been before.  I hear it is beautiful, the water is clear … Continue reading →

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Making the Most of Each Opportunity

Posted on February 16, 2018 by pastorpstephens

I heard that there is a cold front coming so I took the dogs on a walk earlier than usual today.  Although the weather was still pleasant, I could tell by the dark clouds on the horizon that this time … Continue reading →

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I Need a Job

Posted on December 17, 2016 by pastorpstephens

I was at the park the other day and I saw a lady walking a beautiful, energetic puppy that must have been about 4 months old. I asked her if it was a Belgian Malinois and she replied that it … Continue reading →

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I Met with Jesus in a Parking Lot

Posted on November 3, 2016 by pastorpstephens

I met with Jesus at a gas station early this morning. I know it sounds a little crazy, but the truth is, He was there. So was a guy I’m going to call Fred. As a matter of fact, Fred … Continue reading →

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Firmly Rooted

Posted on June 6, 2016 by pastorpstephens

I was driving through the neighborhood the other day and I saw a large tree that had been knocked over during a recent storm. The homeowner had already begun the task of cutting it into smaller pieces so that it … Continue reading →

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Be Prepared

Posted on July 17, 2015 by pastorpstephens

I was working in my study the other morning and the Lord impressed upon me that I should leave for work earlier tnan usual.  This would give me some extra time to talk to someone on His behalf on the … Continue reading →

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