We had just completed our first lap on our floor. With each aching step—slower than a snails pace—my mind began to swirl. “God this is hard. I am in serious pain. How long is this journey going to be? Is this child going to make it and do well? Is my mother going to be … Continue reading The Marks of Love…
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The Strength of My Wife…
An Easy Decision within Eight Seconds...Sobbing and unable to speak clearly, I mustered out what I could. “It isn’t going to work hunny. My liver is not a match. I will die if we try. Or I will be put on the transplant list immediately.” She was silent and as shocked as I was. We … Continue reading The Strength of My Wife…
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Attaining the Height of Christ-Likeness…
1 Peter 3:8-12 NRSV 8 Finally, all of you, have unity of spirit, sympathy, love for one another, a tender heart, and a humble mind. 9 Do not repay evil for evil or abuse for abuse; but, on the contrary, repay with a blessing. It is for this that you were called—that you might inherit a blessing. … Continue reading Attaining the Height of Christ-Likeness…
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Yes by all means you should live a “perfect” life.
pərˈfekSH(ə)n/ n. - the condition, state, or quality of being free or as free as possible from all flaws or defects. Ever met someone who was a spiritual perfectionist? Or someone who lived their spiritual life in trying to be so perfect they tried to manage, control, or manipulate their life to project they "have it all together?" … Continue reading Yes by all means you should live a “perfect” life.
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Did you really think being forgiven was free? C’mon now.
Conflict Resolution I will never forget my 3rd grade school year. I was one of the lucky ones who displayed exceptional character and got picked to be my grade’s “conflict manager.” I, along with three others, had the esteemed honor of wearing bright green vests over our clothes at recess every single day. Needless to … Continue reading Did you really think being forgiven was free? C’mon now.
Noah D. Schumacher 