Category Archives: family

Taking Time for Yourself

Posted on July 19, 2025 by pastorpstephens

Attached is a picture of my 5-year-old grandson Theo reading a newspaper at the beach. Let me explain. I took this photo during a party at our house. The whole family was there and as you might guess, there was … Continue reading →

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Posted on July 4, 2025 by pastorpstephens

I started my spring cleaning the other day. I know. It’s already summer. I may have started late, but at least I started! One of the tasks on my “spring cleaning” list was to clean out my nightstand. More specifically, … Continue reading →

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Walking in Unity

Posted on February 16, 2024 by pastorpstephens

This week I am preaching on the last part of the High Priestly Prayer in John 17; the part in which Jesus prays for you and me. I am always amazed that on the night that He would be betrayed, … Continue reading →

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A Bedtime Prayer

Posted on February 25, 2022 by pastorpstephens

This week I have been reviewing some old folders and trying to clean up my study a little bit. I came across this poem that I wrote about ten years ago. I thought I would share it with you. A … Continue reading →

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Lord Bless My Family

Posted on May 21, 2021 by pastorpstephens

Lord bless my family, Be with them today; Walk close beside them, Lead them on their way. Hold their hand in every valley, Help them climb each hill; Guide them and protect them, Help them do Your will. And while … Continue reading →

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