Tag Archives: God

Something Missing? Pray!

Posted on January 16, 2014 by pastorpstephens

I had the pleasure of babysitting my two granddaughters while I was at home by myself on vacation.  It wasn’t really babysitting because their mom didn’t really have to go anywhere – the girls just wanted to come over and … Continue reading →

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Somethings Never Change

Posted on January 11, 2014 by pastorpstephens

I have to admit that I do not like change. I guess it is because I am a creature of comfort. Routines and things that are familiar are pretty comfortable. Change can cause us to have to do things differently, … Continue reading →

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Guess What Day It Is

Posted on January 1, 2014 by pastorpstephens

A friend of mine has been teaching his four year old son about the days of the week.  Every day he tells his son what day it is and what day tomorrow will be and then they discuss their plans … Continue reading →

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Dear Santa Letter

Posted on December 17, 2013 by pastorpstephens

Dear Santa, you’ve always been so good to me, Every Christmas you leave toys underneath the tree. There’ve been planes and trains and racing cars, Cowboy hats and little guitars. You’ve left baseball bats and balls and gloves, Lots of … Continue reading →

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Pretty Pictures – Leaving God in Charge

Posted on December 13, 2013 by pastorpstephens

        I was looking through my pictures the other day and I noticed how many I have of my youngest granddaughter Haley where she is reaching up to take the camera from my hands. Picture after picture, month … Continue reading →

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Taking Things for Granted

Posted on November 22, 2013 by pastorpstephens

Today I went for a run on the treadmill at the YMCA.  Usually I try to keep the incline set at least at level 2.0 and keep the speed somewhere between 7.5 and 8.0 mph and run for 30 to … Continue reading →

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Sailing Through Tough Times

Posted on November 8, 2013 by pastorpstephens

I had the opportunity to spend some time out in San Diego this week and I have to say that it is a lovely city.  While most of my time was spent in a business conference I did find some … Continue reading →

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Letters and Messages

Posted on November 2, 2013 by pastorpstephens

Every week I write letters to some men who are incarcerated.  I send them a general letter about stuff that is going on in my life and I include a copy of the sermon for that week.  Every week as … Continue reading →

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Time for God

Posted on October 24, 2013 by pastorpstephens

My granddaughter Avery came to visit me the other evening. She just lives down the street so it is really convenient for her Mom to bring her over. Avery came by because she wanted to play with Pawpaw for “just … Continue reading →

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Fearfully and Wonderfully Made

Posted on October 19, 2013 by pastorpstephens

Our youngest granddaughter Haley is two and we celebrated her second birthday last weekend.  She is growing up fast.  She is a little more shy and reserved than her older sister Avery.  Avery who will be 4 next month runs … Continue reading →

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