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Some might argue that the tiny house craze that has steadily accelerated in recent decades is actually a return to normal.  Some would also argue that what we would consider a tiny house in our … more
If you have been paying attention to the president as of lately, you have heard that he has done some things that will hopefully help millions of people with student loans. If you have been … more
Not everyone is a dog lover, but I admit I am. Throughout the years there hasn’t been a time I haven’t had a dog. Our first rescue was a Springer Spaniel we found at an animal rescue … more
If you are turning 65 in 2022 or early 2023 and/or are considering going off an employer’s insurance plan soon this “New to Medicare” program is designed for you. The State … more
Last Saturday, I was blessed to be on a Zoom call with women in ministry across Nebraska and one of the coauthors of the book "12 Tiny Things: Simple Ways to Live a More Intentional Life", Ellie … more
Saturday and Sunday provided one of those unique opportunities to find joy in both the ease and difficulty of sharing the Word of God.  As a junior high student, I found meaning in life through … more
I believe that growth is one of the most important things for a person to do. I also believe that it doesn’t matter how old or young a person is, growth is still important, but the type of … more
This time of year most parents are in agreement and wondering how the years went by so fast. If their children are starting kindergarten, moving on to Junior High or High School, maybe starting their … more
  Do you ever here feel like you are caught up in a wind of change? We are all in the world of change. Do you ever wonder where you belong, what are you are supposed to do next, what is … more
  What is a safe place? A safe place is more like a person or group, that a person can confie in without the fear of judgment or rejection. This is a subject that is near and dear to … more
  Has anyone noticed the food we buy is shrinking? It’s another sign of the times and a fact we are seeing “shrinkflation.”   Recently I did some grocery … more
In II Kings we read about Naaman who was a very influential Captain in the Syrian army who needed a healing, and all the blessings that lead him to his healing were thru servants, not the important … more
Watching cars slide on the ice while exiting the interstate onto 19 th street in downtown Omaha, a helpless feeling overcame us as we watched from 20 stories above in the Woodmen Tower.  At 19 … more
God created every person on this earth with a special purpose and the world is waiting for you to share yours! Don’t let your youth hold you back. Whether you're young or old, everyone can make … more
It is hard to believe but this past weekend we were in Yankton SD and the temperatures went from 95 degrees Friday afternoon to 58 Friday night. Then Saturday and Sunday were cooled off with daytime … more
Disappointment is one of the many feelings that happens in everyone's life at some point. There are times where you feel nothing but disappointment with yourself. It seems like everything that … more
Half milk and half cream may not sound like the healthiest combinations, but it is one of those little indulgences I enjoy in my coffee.  As it is only $1 more to buy the larger carton, it makes … more
Standing next to two of my sons and my wife on Sunday of the Burt County Fair as we led worship, it dawned on me how fortunate I am to have such a wonderful family.  Together with Avery Bryan … more
Anyone who is an adult comes to realize that there are times where you have to make the decision to help someone or not. This decision is usually not an easy one to make, and made even harder … more
Reflections As of Sunday this past week, our two grandsons and our son-in-law are on their way to their 3rd Mission Trip. Two years ago they went to Texas to help repair an area hit by a … more
What is a star party?  It is where hundreds of people, some of them entire families, get together for a week of observing the night sky, meeting together to learn more about the night sky and … more
If you smelled cinnamon sticks or saw water balloons or heard ravens Sunday night, you were not imagining things.  Vacation Bible School began at First Presbyterian Church that night. I'll … more
      Our family lost a member last week. Her name was Kisa, and she was 12 years old. She had gray hair and was on the bigger side. As you probably guessed she was … more
The season of fresh produce from the garden is something everyone looks forward to. That first garden fresh tomato cannot be matched by any store bought one. By about the third week a person starts … more
It's that time of year again. Vacation Bible School begins Sunday, July 24. I have written previously of my love of VBS. How for three summers in college it was my job to lead programs at … more
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