Tag Archives: sacrifice

Love Sacrifices for Others

Posted on July 22, 2013 by familyencouragement

Love is never mediocre, but extreme.    It is willing to pay the greatest cost and carry the heaviest burdens – without anyone ever knowing about it.    If there is no sacrifice, there is no love. That’s why many bail out … Continue reading →

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Kindness is Seen in Meeting Practical Needs

Posted on May 16, 2013 by familyencouragement

Kindness does little things to meet practical needs.   It is thoughtful, caring and acts without thought of being recognized.    The need is motivation enough to get involved. There is a great example of this in the Bible.   After being in … Continue reading →

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Fifty Years of Marriage

Posted on April 5, 2013 by familyencouragement

My parents were married on December 6, 1956.   We had a reception for them to honor them to honor them on their 50th wedding anniversary in December, 2006.   I’m so glad we were able to do it because my Dad … Continue reading →

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Things I Learned from My Dad – Serving God

Posted on November 5, 2012 by familyencouragement

My father left a wonderful legacy of ministering in his local church.   He was active in serving and this part of his life bled over into the lives of his children.   He not only encouraged us to be involved in … Continue reading →

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Bringing Joy to Your Home

Posted on September 26, 2012 by familyencouragement

I want my home to be a place of joy, happiness and fun.    One day my children and wife will stand in a funeral home before a casket where my body rests.   While there, conversations will be had, comments made, … Continue reading →

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