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“You Can’t”

Posted on September 25, 2016 by jberdych

  I remember the first time I mentioned to someone I was taking a sabbatical. Their response was, “You’re not a teacher or pastor.” My first thought was horror that I had used the word wrong. The second was, “why … Continue reading →

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The Best of Parenting and Grand-parenting

Posted on September 18, 2016 by jberdych

Parenting is full of emotion: Joy Sorrow Pride Worry Fullfullment Heartache The best and worst of everything But as a Christian parent the thing that is paramount is the desire to raise children who become followers and believers in Christ. … Continue reading →

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An Interruption in Plans

Posted on September 11, 2016 by jberdych

My solitary camping days include a walk to the lake each morning and evening. And there are benches waiting for me on either side of the lake for me to sit and watch the rising and setting sun. …Only this time … Continue reading →

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Sabbatical

Posted on September 4, 2016 by jberdych

Luke 5:16  But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed. Every year I take a couple of days, camping by myself in a favorite state campground not far from home. I don’t think we, in modern day America, understand … Continue reading →

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Even at Six…

Posted on August 28, 2016 by jberdych

Even at 6 …God calls your name… Or maybe I should say, “especially at 6” I think the older we get the harder it is for use to hear. For many reasons… We doubt We’re too busy We don’t want … Continue reading →

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What God Sees

Posted on August 21, 2016 by jberdych

This was given to me by my granddaughter Grace when she came over for a sewing and baking play day with me. I was delighted. She excitedly told me that the pocket has holes so I can add string to … Continue reading →

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Hope

Posted on August 14, 2016 by jberdych

Isaiah 40:31 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Hope. That is my word for … Continue reading →

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God is Always Working

Posted on August 7, 2016 by jberdych

When I can’t see or understand what God is doing, I’ve used the common phrase “God is in control” to navigate the uncertainty. Recently I’ve changed it to “God is always working.” While God may be in control, freewill will impact … Continue reading →

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Running Towards Me

Posted on July 31, 2016 by jberdych

Luke 11:20   But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. While it may seem … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Christian

Posted on July 24, 2016 by jberdych

Christian, when I was contemplating what verse would be your verse for the year, the word joy came to mind. While the sparkle in your eye show mischief, I think it is a cover-up for joy. Or maybe it’s the … Continue reading →

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