Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2:1-20) One of my son’s favorite games is “Treasure Hunt.” I hide something in the yard or the house and draw out a map for him to find it. X marks the spot where the treasure should be. It is so much fun to watch him run around, count off paces, work through…
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Weather in Minnesota is funny; at least it’s funny if you’re not the Meteorologist. Often times in the spring, the sky will look so beautiful and clear in the morning that you just can’t imagine there’s going to be a drop of rain. These are the most deceiving days, and ones in which I would cringe when telling people they might want…
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He walks into the room. You immediately notice. Something about him draws you. He pulls you into conversation and commands the attention of the people around you. You walk away and think, “I like him and enjoyed his company.”
You had a crummy day. Not much went right and you are exhausted. You find yourself in a Grinch mood. As a result, the rest of the day is spent complaining and venting.
A patient told me, “I have kept a secret from my husband. But if I tell him, it could end our marriage.”
