Category Archives: good advice

Lessons I Have Learned from My Dogs

Posted on May 2, 2020 by pastorpstephens

Our household isn’t as full now as it has been over the years.  Although the kids and grandkids live pretty close by, most days it’s just the wife and me in the house.  And the dogs.  I’ve had more time … Continue reading →

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Make Room for Something New

Posted on January 3, 2020 by pastorpstephens

I have a few days off this week and have been using the time to do a few things that really need to be done.  I cleaned the refrigerator and this afternoon I started cleaning out my closet.  It may … Continue reading →

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Seasoned with Salt

Posted on October 20, 2019 by pastorpstephens

We should all be mindful of the importance not only of what we say but also the importance of how we say it.    One of my favorite Bible verses in that regard is Colossians 4:6.  Paul tells the church: Colossians … 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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Some Things Should Be Let Go

Posted on September 30, 2017 by pastorpstephens

I attended the funeral yesterday for one of my friends  named Steve.  I’ve had a lot of good memories and good stories come to my mind this week about Steve. A good person always leaves you with a lot of … Continue reading →

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Tuned Up and Tuned In

Posted on August 7, 2016 by pastorpstephens

I have been practicing the guitar now for a couple of years. I don’t know that I am at the point yet where I would say that “I am playing it” but I play at it and I practice regularly. … Continue reading →

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Blessing Those Who Mistreat Us

Posted on November 21, 2014 by pastorpstephens

Romans 12:14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. I love Romans chapter 12.  Our Lord through the Apostle Paul provides us such great instruction, inspiration and encouragement for godly living in this chapter.  This verse in … Continue reading →

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Accountability Partners

Posted on July 2, 2014 by pastorpstephens

  A couple of weeks ago when I was walking the granddaughters home after a visit,  the oldest one, Avery who is 4 years old stopped and surveyed all the leftover grass and dirt from my recent afternoon of mowing, … Continue reading →

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Giving Good Advice

Posted on April 10, 2014 by pastorpstephens

During the past couple of weeks I have had some unexpected opportunities to share my faith with some strangers who were going through some difficult times in their lives or facing various challenges.  These unexpected opportunities should be viewed as … Continue reading →

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