Tag: loss
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Remembering September 11th and What Followed: A Moment of Honor and Nobility
Something I post every September 11th. Pray for peace. “But, in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate — we cannot consecrate — we cannot hallow — this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract. The world will little note, nor…
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The Blessing of Empty Hands
This is a re-post from December of 2009. This week had a lot of life going on, but not a lot of writing. I originally wrote this about 3 years ago and have continued to think about the discipline of maintaining empty space in my life for God to do His business. The Blessing of…
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In Loving Memory of Mike Gower
In Memory of Mike Gower I first met Mike back in 1991. He and Caroline had taken on the Resident Directorship for the men’s dorm at Simpson College and none of us knew then how much their presence would impact our lives. We knew him then only as Gower, the big voiced, gregarious general with…
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Mother’s Day Memories: A Eulogy for Mamie Yeager
On March 22nd, 2006, my mom was promoted to glory from this life. While I am still missing her each day, it is magnified on Mother’s Day. In her memory, I have posted the eulogy I shared at her memorial service. I hope that it is encouraging, especially to those who have lost their mothers. …
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Change is Good: The Gift of Seasons (Skipping Rocks Blog Post 3)
Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage–with great patience and careful instruction. 2 Timothy 4:2 (NIV) When my Mom passed away, the opportunity for us to move in with my Dad in his new home was no coincidence. The blessings from that decision have been beyond measure for…
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