Tag Archives: inspirational

I Know I’m Blessed

Posted on April 29, 2018 by pastorpstephens

I was sitting here today in my office at home, reflecting on this morning’s service, praying and thanking the Lord for all of His blessings that He has poured out in my life.  One of the greatest things He has … Continue reading →

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Making Plans

Posted on April 21, 2018 by pastorpstephens

Marta and I went walking with the girls the other day and they were excitedly talking about the trip to Florida that our entire family has planned for this summer.  Haley who is 6 has been doing a daily count … Continue reading →

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Write Something New

Posted on March 24, 2018 by pastorpstephens

Took this picture of the granddaughters last weekend when we went to the mall. They ended up spending the night with us and we had a great time.  At one point we played a game called “Finish the Story.”  One … Continue reading →

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People of the Light

Posted on March 15, 2018 by pastorpstephens

This past week I posted a video on the church Facebook page from Wednesday night’s message on Matthew 5:16. I have also posted it on YouTube so that I can make it available on a larger scale. I am not … Continue reading →

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Let It Show

Posted on March 9, 2018 by pastorpstephens

In our Wednesday night Bible Study we have been looking at the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew chapter 5.  This past week verse 9 really resonated with me.  Jesus says, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called … 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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Words of Encouragement

Posted on February 11, 2018 by pastorpstephens

I had a question on my mind last week that I had been praying about for several days.  I was wanting some clarity and confirmation on something.  At the end of the week I received a letter from someone I … Continue reading →

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Growing Older but Growing Stronger

Posted on February 1, 2018 by pastorpstephens

The granddaughters came over to visit the other day while I was working out on my Total Gym.  Haley, who is 6, asked, “Papaw why don’t you just do pushups?”  Her older sister Avery who is 8 spoke up and … Continue reading →

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Given with Love

Posted on December 16, 2017 by pastorpstephens

The other day the granddaughters came over for a little while and they colored and drew some pictures.  Haley, the youngest one who is six, colored a special picture for Marta and me and signed it “Love Haley.”  Our refrigerator … Continue reading →

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Wherever You Are

Posted on December 2, 2017 by pastorpstephens

Our granddaughters Avery and Haley came by the other day to play Hide and Seek.  Avery, who just turned 8 told me, “Pawpaw we are ready to play Hide and Seek.  And this time we aren’t going to fall for … Continue reading →

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