The Created

2083) I live in a beautiful part of the world. Much of it is unaffected by man and you don’t have to go too far to see beautiful sunrises, undisturbed ocean frontage, miles and miles of dirt roads leading through forests of evergreens and more. Sounds like an advertisement for Downeast Maine.   Millions come
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Purpose Is Important

2065) There is always something to be gained from verses in the Bible; even familiar ones. One example is in the beloved words of the 23rd Psalm.   As we read through the poetic metaphors of the Psalm David wrote, we read about a comparison between God and a shepherd.   The second part of
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Mouths of Babes

2064) In all the years I’ve been teaching, I am often astonished by things my young scholars say. Sometimes they’re humorous, but there are other times when they’re insightful. For example, one day, many years ago, I had to continually tell the class there was to be no talking but throughout this time; I was
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Knowing Versus Understanding

2063) There is a big difference between knowing and understanding. In my classroom, a student may know the difference between there, their and they’re but have little understanding of which word to use in a paragraph.   It would not be helpful to pound them over the head because they continually make this mistake. Instead,
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Long Distance

2062) Only those in my age range (and I’m not going to reveal the exact figure) will remember when long distance telephone calls had cheaper times when the calls would be discounted.   It was usually late at night and on the weekends. Now, with the birth of the cellphone, such rates are limited to
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Pick and Choose

2061) Growing up, we occasionally went out to supper, and I loved going to a cafeteria. Here, you would get your plates, go through the line and ask for whatever you wanted and the server would dish it up.   You could choose your meat, your veggies and even your dessert. It’s nice to pick
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Chase

2060) It’s interesting having recess duty at school. I get to interact with my young scholars in a different environment. It’s during times like this when they will reveal more of their hearts, minds, joys and problems.   One game I see the kids playing is chase. It might be in the form of tag
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Stuck is a Choice

2059) There was a time when I had a job I really disliked. I was not accepted there. I was shut out and very little help was offered.   As the months progressed, I was informed I would be moving somewhere else. Everything within me fought this because I was afraid of change.   It
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What is Owed

2058) In my writing career, I have 6 people who do jobs for me.   I’ve spent a good amount of time looking for and hiring cover designers, promotors, illustrators, website designers, editors and formatters.   These people have skills and time I don’t have. When they complete the jobs and we’re both satisfied, each
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The Importance of Rest

2057) Taking the time to rest is something we all need. This rest includes sleep, but it’s also about resting from our jobs and responsibilities.   Mark 6:31 tells us Jesus instructs his disciples to take a break for a while. It reveals here they had been so busy, finding time to eat was difficult.
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