Posts tagged gratitude
The Soldier and the Seagulls

The great Paul Harvey, in his book, The Rest of the Story, tells this amazing tale. For many years, about sunset every Friday evening, an old man could be seen walking a lonely stretch of Florida seacoast. In his hand is a large bucket filled with shrimp.

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A Season of Snow

Bing Crosby’s rendition of “White Christmas” isn’t merely one of my seasonal favorites, it is in fact the best-selling single of all time. There’s something about snow on Christmas that resonates with nearly everyone.

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Great Things

This is such a brief verse, yet it arrested my attention when I read it recently. The Lord has done great things for us. Great things. As I reflected on this verse, I began to consider all the great things God has done for me in my 50 years of walking with Him.

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God's Fleas

Corrie and Betsie ten Boom were courageous, compassionate Dutch Christians who helped harbor Jews from the Nazis during World War 2. After the sisters were arrested for doing so, they were imprisoned at Ravensbruck, a German concentration camp.

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Giving Thanks in All Circumstances

For many, the idea of giving thanks “in all circumstances” can be a challenge.  When disappointments come our way or when bad things happen, the thought all too often arises, “How in the world can I give thanks for that!?!” Believe me, I can relate.

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