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In our part of the country, it is not unusual for business owners to be the spokesperson on their television commercials. Frankly, they do not perform well in this capacity. Their delivery is stilted and most do not come off as trustworthy. It is like the person in ordinary conversation who speaks often about themselves.Continue reading “Worthy Speech”

When some people give directions, they confuse more than clarify. They may backtrack occasionally or correct themselves, but leave you unsure of where they went back to in their directions. Or they may use terms unfamiliar to you. One time I was driving in Chicago and listening on the radio to the traffic conditions. TheyContinue reading “Directions for Life”

Every day I can find good reasons to be fearful. Circumstances are beyond my control. We are living in uncertain times. Some kind of danger seems to be everywhere. The news is full of ominous events. Friends and family members are suffering. I don’t know what to do about so much of these things. InContinue reading “God is With Us”

Have you ever tried to make yourself go to sleep? I am not talking about casually going to bed when it’s time and falling asleep. I am talking about after a long hard day with the expectation of a busy and intense day to follow, and you know you need to get some sleep now.Continue reading “I Can’t Make Myself Do It”

Several months ago we went to Nashville to help people clear debris after a tornado ravaged the area. Qualified people cut down and cut up trees and other damaged items. Since I am not qualified to use a chainsaw, my job was to carry debris to the street to be picked up by city equipment.Continue reading “Degrees of Power”