Tag: father

Bible, Family, OT

The 10 Commandments and The Questions Parents Should Be Asking

Most people try their best, but a careful look at the intent behind the commandments proves a little more difficult. We might follow the rule, but our heart condition may be jaded. And that is really the purpose of today’s post; to get to the heart of the 10 commandments.

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Bible, Discipleship

For THIS Purpose Jesus Willingly Accepted the Cross

When Pilate asks Jesus if He’s a king, Jesus’ answer may seem a bit strange. Interesting that Jesus points back to an event that we celebrate as Christmas. He states, “For this Purpose” He was born. “For this purpose,” He came into the world. Pilate of course was not at the manger with Mary, Joseph, and the Shepherds; but this pointer back to the Nativity scene leads us to a sobering realization…

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Discipleship, Leadership

HOW A PARENT’S INFLUENCE TRUMPS CONTROL

More Is Caught, Than Taught! A couple of days ago, we looked at the parent-trap of trying to control a teen’s behaviour. It often leads

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Discipleship, Leadership

BECOMING A PARENT THAT BALANCES RULES & RELATIONSHIP

Our Heavenly Father Holds the Keys This week, we’ve been discussing parenting, trying to find balance in how we raise our kids. So far, we’ve

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Bible, Discipleship

CHILDBEARING & SALVATION

Are These Topics Connected? This past week, we’ve tackling the difficult passage of 1 Timothy 2:11-15. What makes this passage difficult, is that it deals

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Discipleship, Outreach

CONSIDER THE COST

Communicating With Our World: Part 3 Yesterday, we considered compassion. This morning, we Consider the Cost as we strive to communicate with our world. Going

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Bible, Discipleship

REJECTING PHARISAICAL TITLES

Jesus’ Warnings About the Pharisees: Topic #3 All week, we’ve looked at Matthew 23. In this passage, Jesus explains why the people should be cautious

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Bible, Discipleship

HOW A SOCCER THEMED COOKIE MADE MY DAY

Today I want to write about cookies.

I want to write about cookies from Starbucks. I know, Canadian readers; typically the Norton family is a Tim Horton’s family. Nevertheless, Starbucks was on the way.

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Discipleship, Leadership

WHAT MY 3-YEAR-OLD TAUGHT ME ABOUT THE HEAVENLY FATHER

Lessons From Little Ones. A couple of months ago, we decided to sell our trailer. We had a couple of showings that didn’t pan out.

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Bible, Discipleship

UNDERSTANDING THE FATHER’S DESIRE FOR US TO RUN BACK TO HIM

I have been feeling a few more ups and downs than usual. I am reminded of a time back in Alaska when I was struggling with similar thoughts and feelings.

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Leadership, Music

HOW FOCUSING ON THE PRESENT CAN IMPACT YOUR FAMILY’S FUTURE

Focus on this moment. I’m a guy who gets excited about the latest, greatest tech devices. But I’m also a husband and father who gets excited

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Discipleship, Leadership

What’s the Significance of Turning 30?

At the time of writing this, I’ll be turning 34 in a few months, and I’ve been wondering if my best years have already come and gone. Seems crazy right? Well, it has to do with the consideration of scholarly opinion, that most believe Christ had already ended His ministry and ascended to heaven by my age.

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